Madrid. The passage of the second isolated depression at high levels (DANA) in less than two weeks in Spain, which mainly affected the regions of Andalusia, Catalonia and Valencia, did not cause fatalities or serious injuries, the authorities reported yesterday, which They only reported material damage, mainly to public infrastructure and homes, thanks to prevention measures and alerts.
The DANA entered the dispersion phase and moved to the southeastern area, which allowed the towns most affected by the torrential rains on October 29, most of them in Valencia, to resume their reconstruction work and search. of the missing.
Despite the fact that three rivers in the vicinity of Malaga, the Benamargosa, the Guadalmedina and the Vélez, overflowed, causing very dangerous floods as they passed through the nearby towns, the evacuation of more than 4 thousand people prevented scenes such as those that occurred in Valencia 15 days ago, where the fatalities identified so far now total 216.
The towns most affected by the last DANA were Málaga, Alicantino de Pego, Granada, Cullera and Cádiz, where rainfall was around 140 liters per square meter, much lower than that of last October 29, which exceeded 500 and in some points reached 700.
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The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) reported that the storm was subsiding and that, therefore, it lowered the warning or red alert that prevailed in several points to an orange alert, which still presents risks, but less than the previous one, specifically in Valencia. , Málaga and Tarragona, while in Huelva, Alicante, Valencia, Albacete, Almería, Granada, Ávila, Salamanca, Extremadura and Murcia, the alert is yellow.
The agency explained that during the day DANA will continue its slow movement towards the southwest while it evolves into an isolated cold storm, another type of low pressure area. Rubén del Campo, spokesperson for Aemet, reported that It will continue to rain in the provinces of Valencia and Malaga, again with accumulations of more than 100 or 150 liters per square meter
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In relation to the deaths, the Data Integration Center, established by DANA, reported that more than 100 of the 216 in the province of Valencia were 70 years old or older, 15 were 90 or older, and there are nine minors. Of the deaths recorded, 131 are men and 85 women, 190 were of Spanish nationality and 26 corresponded to 11 other nationalities.
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## World Today News Interview: Lessons Learned from Spain’s DANA
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re discussing the recent DANA weather events in Spain. Joining us are Dr. Maria Sanchez, a climatologist specializing in Mediterranean weather patterns, and Miguel Alonso, Head of Emergency Response for the Red Cross Valencia.
**Section 1: Understanding DANA**
* Dr. Sanchez, for our viewers unfamiliar with DANA, could you explain what it is and why it’s been so devastating to Spain recently?
* The article mentions two DANA events in just two weeks. Is this unusual? What factors might contribute to such frequent occurrences?
* Dr. Sanchez, how does climate change potentially influence the intensity and frequency of DANA events?
**Section 2: Impact and Response**
* Mr. Alonso, the article details the devastation caused by DANA in Valencia. Can you paint a picture of the situation on the ground for our viewers?
* Despite the tragic loss of life, the article highlights the importance of prevention measures and alerts. What role did early warning systems play in minimizing casualties?
* Mr. Alonso, what are the biggest challenges faced by your teams in the aftermath of these extreme weather events, and how are you working to ensure community resilience?
**Section 3: Lessons Learned and Future Considerations**
* Dr. Sanchez, based on these recent events, what are the key lessons learned regarding DANA prediction and preparedness?
* Mr. Alonso, what steps can individuals and communities take to better prepare for future DANA events?
* Looking forward, what policy changes or investments are needed to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events like DANA?
**Conclusion:**
We thank Dr. Sanchez and Mr. Alonso for sharing their expertise with us today. This discussion highlights the critical need for continued research, international collaboration, and community preparedness in the face of increasingly frequent and severe weather events.
