Satellite images reveal the extent of damage done to much of Spain’s southeastern regions, with Alicante and Murcia bearing the brunt of the storms.Torrential downpours which began five days ago are still causing havoc and serious flooding in many parts of Spain’s eastern belt.

The cold front and ensuing storms are the worst in 140 years according to official weather sources. Rivers burst their banks, towns and villages were and remain flooded and thousands have been displaced.

Six people have so far lost their lives during the sudden downpours and at least 30,000 hectares of agricultural land has been destroyed across Valencia, Alicante, Murcia and also further inland in Albacete.

There are countless other stats which only begin to illustrate the extent of the damage, as well a number of striking satellite pictures being shared by international space and weather agencies.

Read full report here