In 1403, catastrophic flash floods struck Mallorca due to extreme rainfall, resulting in thousands of deaths and widespread destruction. This natural disaster highlighted the vulnerability of communities to extreme weather events and the need for improved infrastructure and disaster preparedness. The floods had lasting effects on the region's population and economy.

The devastating flash floods in Mallorca in 1403 were preserved in local Catalan chronicles and poetry, mourning communal loss. Poets like Joanot Martorell captured the emotional impact of such disasters, reflecting on human vulnerability and the interconnectedness of community in their verses.