13 Nov, 2024 @ 17:08
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Watch: Moment woman is rescued from severe flooding in Malaga as locals cheer ‘hero’ for carrying her to safety

A MAN has saved his elderly neighbour from severe flooding in Malaga, carrying her to safety amid rising water.

Despite water up to his knees, a young man has been spotted bravely carrying an elderly lady to safety in Malaga.

It comes as the city is inundated with flood water, washing away rubbish containers and cars while trapping locals in their homes.

The man was praised as a ‘hero’ by onlookers, who applauded his actions.

Yzabelle Bostyn

After spending much of her childhood in Andalucia and adulthood between Barcelona and Latin America, Yzabelle has settled in the Costa del Sol to put her NCTJ & Journalism Masters to good use. She is particularly interested in travel, vegan food and has been leading the Olive Press Nolotil campaign. Have a story? email yzabelle@theolivepress.es

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