More than 1,000 are estimated to have died in this year’s floods in west and central Africa. This tragedy is, however, a particular reminder to politicians in Europe that climate preparedness is a pressing issue on the continent as well,

Spain on Tuesday announced an aid package worth 10.6 billion euros ($11.5 billion) to rebuild regions devastated by its worst floods in a generation that have killed 218 people.- 'Only the people are helping' - But many survivors are furious with the authorities for failing to warn the population on time last Tuesday and provide urgent rescue and relief work.