Severe storm forces cancellation of over 100 flights at Barcelona-El Prat Airport
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- More than 100 flights were cancelled at Barcelona-El Prat Airport as a severe storm and heavy rain swept the region.
- The storm caused flooding that submerged metro stations in Barcelona, suspended some lines, and prompted authorities to issue a yellow alert for tornado risk and winds exceeding 90 km/h, while warning people to avoid low‑lying areas and rivers.
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The large number of flight cancellations disrupts airline schedules and reduces passenger capacity at a major hub, affecting both carriers and travelers.
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