Valencia requests postponement of Copa del Rey match due to heavy flooding

The Spanish club mentioned the severe weather conditions brought on by Storm Dana, which have caused significant damage and loss of life in southeastern Spain.

Valencia CF have requested a postponement of their Copa del Rey match against Parla Escuela, scheduled for Wednesday, due to the severe flooding affecting the region.

The Spanish club cited the severe weather conditions caused by Storm Dana, which has resulted in significant damage and loss of life in southeastern Spain. Valencia authorities have advised against all non-essential travel in the affected areas.

Valencia, currently at the bottom of La Liga, is set to face Real Madrid in a crucial league match on Saturday.

The club hopes that postponing the Copa del Rey match will allow them to focus on recovery efforts and prepare for the league fixture.

Over 50 died from devastating Floods in Spain

Torrential rainfall has led to catastrophic flash floods in southeastern Spain, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 51 lives.

The town of Chiva, near Valencia, bore the brunt of the disaster, with over a year's worth of rain falling in a mere eight hours. Local authorities have expressed the grim reality of determining the final death toll.

Valencia requests postponement of Copa del Rey match due to heavy flooding

Social media footage has captured the sheer force of the floods, showcasing submerged cars, collapsed bridges, and individuals clinging to trees for survival.

The widespread impact of the heavy rain and hailstorms has caused rapid flooding across multiple regions in the country.

As the death toll from the catastrophic floods in southeastern Spain continues to rise, authorities have deployed over 1,000 troops to aid in rescue efforts. Scores of people remain missing, adding to the growing humanitarian crisis.

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