Spain and Portugal are experiencing severe winter storms, particularly Storm Leonardo, which has resulted in over 15 inches of rain in 24 hours, causing flooding and fatalities, including one confirmed death in Portugal and a missing girl in Spain. Thousands have been evacuated in Andalusia due to power outages and landslides, with a rare red alert issued in affected areas. Storm Marta is expected to bring further adverse weather, reminiscent of the devastating 2024 floods. The Met Office has also issued weather warnings for parts of the UK, linked to the storm’s impacts.
