Firefighters confirmed the recovery of one victim's body on March 18 and the second on March 19, as emergency services remained on high alert.

Cleanup operations are underway, with displaced residents seeking shelter and assessing the damage caused by the floods.

The storm has also caused significant disruptions, including the suspension of ferry services from Algeciras to Morocco and train services to Gibraltar.

Meteorologist Pedro Sousa described the weather patterns as an 'atmospheric puzzle,' indicating the unusual but not unprecedented nature of the storm.

On March 19, 2025, severe rainfall in southern Spain led to tragic consequences, including the deaths of a couple, Fernando and Maria, whose car was swept away by strong currents in Seville.

As the storm, named Laurence, continued to impact the region, regional officials evacuated 365 homes in Campanillas, near Malaga, due to a nearby river overflowing, with evacuees temporarily housed in a municipal sports hall.

Nineteen rivers are currently on high alert due to rising water levels, raising concerns about further damage.

Rainfall since late February has created a particularly wet March, although it has not yet broken historical records for rainfall volumes.

The flooding resulted in the closure of 40 highways and some rail lines across Andalusia, severely disrupting transportation.

In addition to the couple's deaths, search efforts for a missing cyclist yielded another male body, with investigations ongoing to determine his identity.

Authorities issued warnings urging residents to exercise caution, as many may not recognize the dangers posed by rising waters.

Spanish Vice President Maria Jesus Montero expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and highlighted concerns regarding ongoing search efforts and storm damage.