Valladolid Flooded: "Storm of the Century" Submerges Spanish City

Valladolid, Spain, was hit by a severe storm on June 3, 2025, causing widespread flooding and forcing road closures. Dramatic footage shows cars submerged in rising waters, streets transformed into raging rivers, and residents wading through knee-deep water. "It started as a small storm, but in minutes it turned into a torrential downpour," one resident recounted. Firefighters responded to numerous calls, performing almost a hundred rescues. The storm's intensity highlights the vulnerability of urban areas to extreme weather events. The city's resilience and the swift response of emergency services offer a positive counterpoint to the destruction.