Storm Adam death toll hits 5 as Spain battered by torrential rain

Become an Independent member to bookmark this article Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in Storm Adam death toll hits 5 as Spain battered by torrential rain - see the latest forecast Liam Gilliver Tuesday 20 October 2026 11:16 BST Bookmark popover Removed from bookmarks Close popover Weather alerts are still in place across Spain ( AEMET ) Torrential rains from Storm Adam have caused severe flooding and at least five deaths along Spain 's Mediterranean coast. Exceptional rainfall levels were recorded across the east coast, with Pego in Alicante province receiving 632 mm of rain in just 36 hours. Helicopters were deployed to rescue stranded residents from rooftops, whilst hundreds of people sought refuge in municipal shelter centres. Severe weather disrupted travel across popular tourist hotspots, forcing Ibiza Airport to close twice and leading to dozens of flight cancellations. Red weather warnings have now been downgraded as conditions improve, with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez slated to visit Valencia on Tuesday to see the impact of the floods . In full Orange alerts remain as Storm Adam unleashes torrential rain in Spain, killing at least five