THIS is the horrific moment a massive hot storm hits Spain sparking tornadoes and forcing dozens to flee.

Tourists and locals were forced to evacuate beaches as the raging winds sent parasols and other objects flying into the air in a freak 40C heat burst known as "Satan's Storm".

At least five people were rescued from the water in Spain's Costa Tropical as cops and coastguards urgently scoured the area for a missing person.

The tornado was caused by a rare heat burst - with some areas reaching temperatures of up to 40C - commonly known as Satan's Storm.

It's a rare atmospheric phenomenon characterised by a sudden, localised increase in air temperature.

Horrifying footage shows holidaymakers fleeing the beach as the winds pummel through the sand, sending debris and dust flying into th

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