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Letur, from Albacete, was practically devastated by the floods caused by the Dana. They search for missing people. Photo: EFE Agency
While Spain’s emergency agencies continue searching among the rubble for the dozens of missing people left by the floods caused by the isolated depression at high levels (DANA) that occurred between the night of October 29 and early morning of October 30, the number of deaths reached 95 people.
The majority of the victims, a total of 92, have been registered in the Valencian Community; two others in Castilla-La Mancha and one in Andalusia.
The President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, visited on Thursday morning the areas most affected by the phenomenon popularly known in that country as ‘the cold drop’. From there he thanked the efforts of first responders, members of the Civil Guard, Firefighters, soldiers and volunteers who are working to find the missing or caring for those affected.
However, he sent a message to the inhabitants of Valencia and the Province of Cantellón not to leave their homes because throughout the day there will be new rainfall as heavy as that which caused the tragedy.
“To the citizens who live in the Province of Valencia and in Cantellón, please, the dana continues and please stay at home. Don’t let them go out, let them stay at home. “That they respond to all the calls from the emergency services, that they attend to all their requirements, all their recommendations, because, right now, the most important thing is to safeguard the number of possible lives,” the president indicated around 6:00 am local time. Colombia.
The DANA continues. Please heed the recommendations of the emergency services. Right now the most important thing is to safeguard everyone’s lives.
The Government of Spain is with the victims and their families. This will be the case, as long as it is necessary.
With all the… pic.twitter.com/RKERQ5gO83
— Pedro Sánchez (@sanchezcastejon) October 31, 2024
He expressed solidarity with the victims and assured them that the necessary resources will be available to find the missing and so that those affected by the floods can recover, as soon as possible, what they lost after the emergencies.
The dramatic figures after the tragedy
One of the Valencian municipalities most affected by the tragedy is Paiporta. So far, 45 deaths have been reported there, among these six elderly people who were trapped in the town’s residence. The death of a Civil Guard agent was also recorded.
According to RTVE, more than 447 people from the most affected populations are staying in shelters and 112 (the emergency number) has attended, since 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 21 cases of supply of essential supplies, such as water. potable.
Likewise, work is being done to restore the electricity service in these municipalities as well as road communication since several sections of the A-3, A-7, V-30 and V-31 highways were collapsed after the floods, as was a countless secondary roads.
Valencia Spain. 😳pic.twitter.com/9U9z2IcnOB
— Viral Moments (@momentoviral) October 31, 2024
From last Tuesday night until the morning of this judge, the Civil Guard carried out 3,400 rescues, all of these in Valencia.
Families of missing people live in anguish
While the Spanish Government declared three days of mourning for the tragedy, the relatives of the people reported missing are experiencing their own tragedy.
One of them, Maya Zeitoun, who told RTVE that she is looking for her father, Bassem Zeitoun, 72 years old, who, at the time of the floods, was driving a truck with a white Scania cabin. “No one knows anything about that truck,” the woman who lives in Madrid and who has already traveled to Valencia to look for it, told the media.
🔴 LIVE | Civil Guard agents carry out terrain reconnaissance and search for missing people in Letur, Albacete. Follow the last hour of the dana, here pic.twitter.com/9ZG4gxn9sG
— EL PAÍS (@el_pais) October 30, 2024
Samuel Hernáiz is also looking for his father who, with his truck, was reportedly trapped on one of the affected roads. The last time he heard from him was that he was going to a nursery in La Alcudia and it was the owner of the nursery himself who informed him that the man, identified as José Hernáiz Montoro, did not arrive.
«It is very difficult. This doesn’t seem to end and all we want is for someone to call, for someone to see something, for someone to know something. We understand that there are many people alike. Much encouragement to those who are looking for their loved ones and to those who have suffered losses,” Samuel said in the program The Hour of 1.
The more than a thousand troops of the Military Emergency Unit (UME) work tirelessly to find the whereabouts of these people and focus their work on searching with the help of dogs for missing people in the most affected areas while the municipal authorities They offer psychological help to family members.
2024-10-31 12:49:00
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**Interview with Emergency Response Expert Dr. Elena Ruiz on the Aftermath of DANA in Spain**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Ruiz. As we learn about the devastating floods caused by DANA, can you provide us an overview of the current situation in Spain?
**Dr. Ruiz**: Thank you for having me. The situation is indeed dire. As of now, we have confirmed 95 deaths, with 92 of those in the Valencian Community. The search for missing individuals continues amidst ongoing rainfall, which poses further risks for both emergency responders and residents.
**Editor**: It sounds incredibly challenging. What steps are emergency services taking in this critical time?
**Dr. Ruiz**: Emergency responders, including the Civil Guard and firefighters, are actively searching through the debris to locate missing persons. They’ve conducted around 3,400 rescues in the Valencia area alone. Additionally, they are providing essential supplies — such as potable water — to those displaced and setting up temporary shelters.
**Editor**: We’ve seen messages from President Pedro Sánchez urging residents to stay indoors. How important is this guidance given the ongoing conditions?
**Dr. Ruiz**: It is extremely important. The recommendation to stay indoors is a critical public safety measure to prevent further casualties as new rainfall can exacerbate the already precarious situation. We want to minimize any risks associated with additional flooding.
**Editor**: The emotional toll on families with missing loved ones must be immense. How can the community and government support them during this time?
**Dr. Ruiz**: Support systems are vital. The government has declared three days of mourning, which acknowledges the loss. Additionally, maintaining open lines of communication with families is crucial for psychological support. Providing counseling services and keeping people informed about search efforts can also help alleviate some of the anxiety they’re feeling.
**Editor**: What can we expect in terms of recovery efforts in the coming weeks?
**Dr. Ruiz**: Recovery will take time, particularly in terms of infrastructure. Many roads remain closed, and power outages are still affecting several areas. The government has committed resources to restore services and assist those who’ve lost their homes and belongings. A coordinated effort will be essential to rebuild and provide long-term support to these communities.
**Editor**: Thank you, Dr. Ruiz, for your insights. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy in Spain.
**Dr. Ruiz**: Thank you. It’s going to be a long road ahead, but collective efforts from the government, emergency services, and the community can bring hope and recovery to those impacted.