Andalucía
Rainstorm causes damage and one death in southeast Spain
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An intense rainstorm has battered southeast Spain, causing floods, evacuations, and one death in Andalucía, with red alerts in Murcia and Valencia. In Málaga, the Guadalhorce River recorded a historic flood, and two people remain missing. Authorities issue Es-Alert messages and suspend activities to mitigate risks.
Transport Minister Óscar Puente explains repair challenges for the Álora landslide that suspended the Madrid-Málaga AVE since February 4. Reopening is delayed until late April, impacting Easter Week and sparking disputes over economic loss figures. The PP criticizes the government and proposes an air bridge.
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The Spanish government has accelerated its proposal to reform the autonomous communities' financing model, aiming to present an advanced offer in the coming weeks that includes more resources for public services. This initiative seeks to appease partners like ERC, who are pressing for progress on Catalonia's singular financing, and to position itself favorably in the 2026 regional elections. Andalucía will benefit from financial improvements and significant debt relief.