Canary Islands COLLAPSE Under Storm Olivier – Full Disaster Report!

Canary Islands COLLAPSE Under Storm Olivier – Full Disaster Report!
On April 12, 2025, Storm Olivier unleashed torrential rains across Lanzarote, leading to catastrophic flooding.
In just two hours, the island received over 60 liters of rain per square meter, surpassing the average monthly rainfall for many European regions.
The municipalities of Arrecife, Teguise, and San Bartolomé were among the worst affected by the floodwaters.
Streets turned into rivers, and dozens of vehicles were either submerged or swept away.
Power outages were reported in several tourist zones after electrical substations were overwhelmed by floodwaters.
At least three hotels temporarily shut down operations due to flooding and interior water damage.
Emergency services responded to more than 200 incidents across the island within the first 24 hours.
Schools in multiple districts were forced to close as classrooms and facilities suffered water damage.
Lanzarote Airport experienced delays and flight cancellations, disrupting the plans of thousands of travelers.
Local authorities declared a state of emergency on April 12, which was lifted the following morning as weather conditions improved.
Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported despite the severity of the flooding.
The Cabildo of Lanzarote urged residents and businesses to report damages to assess eligibility for financial aid.
Residents and visitors are advised to monitor official updates and follow guidance from emergency services as cleanup and recovery efforts continue.

The channel lists such natural disasters as:
1) Geological emergencies: Earthquake, Volcanic eruption, Mud, Landslide, Landslide, Avalanche;
2) Hydrological emergencies: Flood, Tsunami, Limnological disaster, Flood, Flood;
3) Fires: Forest fire, Peat fire;
4) Meteorological emergencies: Tornado, Cyclone, Blizzard, Hail, Drought, Tornado, Hail, Hurricane, Tsunami, Storm, Thunderstorm, Tempest.

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