At least 155 people have died in the devastating floods that occurred these days in Spain and that have especially affected the Valencian Community, where most of the deceased are, Castilla-La Mancha and Andalusia, government sources have informed EFE.
José Luis, a Venezuelan volunteer firefighter who moved to the Spanish town of Torrent, has asked for help and volunteers to reach Paiporta. “There is no more terror than this,” he stated from “ground zero” of the floods in Spain these days, where dozens of people have died.
«There are many minor emergencies that we can help with, like right now by making these streets accessible«explained José Luis on Maestro Serrano Street in Paiporta, where he tries to remove the embedded mud from the avenues.
Paiporta, in the metropolitan area of Valencia, is one of the municipalities most affected by dana, with at least 45 fatalities.
“They want Halloween so much that they can’t come to that terror a few kilometers away and save the masks…” says the volunteer firefighter, who had to leave Venezuela and currently has a swimming pool company in Torrent.
He maintains that although he lives in Torrent, he has tried to call all his employees to come to Paiporta to help in this tragedy, which has affected the Valencian town.
“Yesterday we had to remove a 25-year-old boy who had died because he couldn’t go out and the whole house fell on him,” laments the man, who was Portuguese by birth but who moved to Venezuela when he was only 1 year old.
However, he emphasizes that he already experienced such a catastrophe in Vargas (Venezuela), around the year 2000, when he spent “three days without eating or sleeping and when he got home he could not stabilize his emotions.”
Thus, he emphasizes that he has barely slept two hours but that he has been able to return to his son, a teenager, after this Tuesday he helped deliver medications to dependent people who have not been able to leave their homes.
José Luis asks for the help of all possible volunteers and, above all, not to buy objects that are not necessary, because when he went to the Torrent store this Wednesday to buy ropes, there were hardly any Halloween gifts. “Can’t they come to this terror and save the masks?” he asks.
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**Interview with José Luis, Volunteer Firefighter in Spain**
*Interviewer:* Good evening, José Luis. Thank you for joining us during these challenging times. Can you describe the situation on the ground in Paiporta?
*José Luis:* Good evening. The situation here is devastating. We’ve tragically lost at least 45 lives in Paiporta alone due to the floods. The intensity of the water was overwhelming, and many people were caught off guard. Streets are submerged, and debris is everywhere.
*Interviewer:* It must be incredibly difficult for you and your team. Can you share some of the personal experiences you’ve had during this disaster?
*José Luis:* Yes, it’s been heart-wrenching. Just yesterday, we recovered the body of a 25-year-old who was trapped when his house collapsed on him. It’s unimaginable. I’ve experienced similar tragedies before, back in Vargas, Venezuela, and the emotional impact doesn’t go away. I’ve barely slept and have been working tirelessly to help those in need.
*Interviewer:* How can people help from afar? What do you need most right now?
*José Luis:* We urgently need volunteers to assist with minor emergencies, like clearing roads and delivering supplies. However, I urge everyone not to waste resources on unnecessary items. Instead of buying Halloween decorations, let’s focus on what’s truly needed to support those affected by this disaster.
*Interviewer:* Your resilience is commendable. What message do you want to share with those who might want to help?
*José Luis:* I want everyone to understand the gravity of the situation and join us in solidarity. We need practical support on the ground, and your presence can make a difference. Together, we can help rebuild our community and support those who have suffered unimaginable losses.
*Interviewer:* Thank you, José Luis, for your bravery and dedication during this crisis. We hope many will heed your call for help. Stay safe out there.
*José Luis:* Thank you for spreading the message. Together, we can overcome this tragedy.
