The death toll from the devastating storms and flooding that struck eastern and southern Spain more than a week ago has risen to 219 as rescue workers continue their search for victims, according to Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska.

So far, 205 bodies have been recovered after the floods in Spain. Volunteers are helping clean up thick mud that is covering streets and businesses.

While the eastern part of Spain reels from historic floods, the southwest is bracing for torrential rainfall.