A body believed to be that of a British man has been found in Mallorca after heavy flooding swept him away earlier this week. This discovery follows the recovery of a British woman’s body on Wednesday, both victims of flash floods on the Spanish tourist island. Emergency services had been searching for the man near the Torrent de Pareis canyon in Sa Calobra since the storm hit.
The Torrent de Pareis canyon, a well-known site for hikers, stretches 5 km from the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range down to the sea. While popular, this area can become dangerous during rainstorms, with certain sections highly prone to flooding.
Travel warnings for the canyon stress the importance of checking weather conditions before hiking, noting that the steep walls of the gorge leave no easy exit points along the route.
Body of British Man Found in Mallorca After Deadly Flash Floods Sweep Through Popular Tourist Area
Earlier in the week, Spanish authorities had issued warnings of severe storms approaching the Balearic Islands and Spain’s eastern coast, urging people to stay indoors due to expected heavy rains and strong winds. The flash floods struck unexpectedly, catching many outdoor tourists off guard. The sudden intensity of the storm has been blamed for the deaths of the two British citizens.
In addition to the two fatalities, a group of 10 tourists was rescued from the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range after becoming trapped by the floods. Emergency services, including a helicopter team, responded swiftly to extract the hikers who were caught in the canyon during the storm. The mountain rescue brigade continues to emphasize the unpredictable nature of storms in the region.
The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office has expressed its condolences to the families of the British man and woman who lost their lives. They are working closely with local authorities in Mallorca to provide support and assistance to those affected by the tragedy and to manage any further risks posed by ongoing severe weather conditions.
