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Storm Triggers La Palma Blackout: power outage hits island amid heavy rain; PLATECA plan activated

On Monday, a powerful storm wreaked havoc on La Palma, Spain, causing widespread electricity disruptions. The local government reported rainfall intensities hitting 30 litres per square metre per hour. In urgent response, officials issued a top-tier rainfall alert starting at midnight. The PLATECA emergency plan was activated to ensure the management of public services. Meanwhile, snowfall blanketed neighboring Tenerife over the weekend.