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CATALUNYA’S weather service has issued a severe orange alert across the coastline as torrential storms threaten to dump 40mm of rain in just 30 minutes.
The storm has pushed several rivers and streams to dangerous levels, with authorities warning of a serious risk of further flooding as the rain continues