Weather tracker: Thunderstorms hit Spain as Japan braces for typhoon
Summary
Severe thunderstorms caused heavy rain, flooding, and at least one death in eastern Spain, especially around Barcelona and Valencia. Meanwhile, Japan is preparing for Typhoon Dujuan, expected to become a category one storm near its southeast coast.Key Facts
- Thunderstorms hit eastern Spain, causing heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds.
- Flooding submerged roads and cars in Valencia and Barcelona, cancelling flights and a soccer game.
- A man died after his car was swept away near Olivella, west of Barcelona.
- Spain’s east coast often faces heavy autumn rains, which can cause deadly flash floods.
- Warm Mediterranean Sea temperatures increase the chances of severe storms.
- In the US, heavy rain disrupted a half marathon in New Jersey and caused flooding in Connecticut and Rhode Island.
- Tropical Storm Dujuan in the west Pacific is expected to become Typhoon Dujuan by Friday.
- The typhoon will pass near Japan’s southeast coast, possibly impacting Tokyo and nearby areas.
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