Europe had most widespread floods for more than a decade in 2024, scientists say

Firefighters walk through piled up cars, following floods in Sedavi, Valencia, Spain, October 31, 2024. PHOTO/REUTERS 

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What you need to know:

  • Nearly a third of Europe's overall river network exceeded a "high" flood threshold, while 12 percent breached "severe" flood levels in 2024.

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