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Rescue workers are searching mud-filled streets and houses on the Portuguese island of Madeira after flash floods killing 42 people and injuring 120 others.

The streets of the regional capital, Funchal, and other towns were heavily flooded with mud and stones brought by heavy rains .

Water, power and telecommunications were cut in some areas.

The better weather on Sunday following Saturday's rains made it easier for rescuers.

But a regional social services spokesman said there were still "great difficulties" in communications and that the death toll will likely increase.

Three remote areas in the south of the island have been cut off. Officials fear more bodies may be found there.

The military has sent specialist rescue and medical teams to the island. Construction companies on the island have lent equipment to clear the streets.

(VOVNews/BBC)