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Dana 'Adam': Why the Spanish mainland was hit harder — and what Mallorca must learn

Hidden weaknesses fueling flood vulnerability

Looks at maintenance, floodplain planning, and drainage inspections that affect flood risk.

Published: October 19, 2026
Dana 'Adam': Why the Spanish mainland was hit harder — and what Mallorca must learn

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What infrastructure factors make flood-prone areas more vulnerable?

Public discussion often misses the underlying vulnerabilities: whether riverbeds are cleaned regularly, where building permits are granted near floodplains, and how well pipes, sewers and retention basins are inspected. Eroded riverbanks and blocked channels reflect unfinished maintenance work rather than natural conditions.

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