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2021Gdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Filomena

2021Gdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Filomena snowstorm in central Spain brought roads and public services in Madrid to a standstill, raising questions about the management of the event.

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Richard Zubelzu

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The Filomena snowstorm in central Spain brought roads and public services in Madrid to a standstill, raising questions about the management of the event.

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Richard Zubelzudirector

Magda Calabresewriter

Richard Zubelzuwriter

Cristina Alonso Saavedracast

Synopsis

The Filomena snowstorm in central Spain was undoubtedly exceptional. Its return period in many places exceeded half a century, particularly in Madrid. Despite accurate weather forecasts, Filomena brought roads, public transport, health centers, and other basic services in Madrid to a standstill. What went wrong in the management of this weather event?

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