When the storm struck the Balearic island on Tuesday, they were on a trail that runs through a narrow canyon to the sea, according to Spain’s Civil Guard.
On Wednesday, the police changed their statement from saying they had discovered a man’s body and were looking for a lady to saying they had discovered a woman’s body.
Near the Torrent de Pareis canyon, which is part of the Tramuntana mountain range, search efforts have been conducted by emergency personnel.
Strong winds and heavy rains were predicted for the Balearic Islands and a sizable portion of Spain’s eastern coast.
The past few weeks have seen abnormally high levels of precipitation in the area.
In mid-August, firefighters told X that because to floods, they had blocked down portions of Palma, the capital of Majorca, and removed 29 passengers from a train that ran between the city and Manacor.
During a downpour, more than 50 flights were canceled at several airports in the Balearic Islands, according to a report released on August 15 by Spanish airport operator Aena.
Racing at the America’s Cup sailing event was delayed due to more thunderstorms above Barcelona, according to the organizers.
This choice was made after a race had to be canceled on Tuesday due to lightning striking close to a yacht.
