Queen Letizia and King Felipe VI visited Paiporta to console flood victims, facing both gratitude and frustration as Spain grapples with its worst flood disaster in decades.
Paiporta, Spain – Four days after the devastating flood disaster that struck the Valencia region on October 29, 2024, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited the hardest-hit community of Paiporta. Accompanied by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Regional President Carlos Mazón Guixot, the royal couple aimed to show solidarity with the residents. In this town of approximately 27,000 people, 60 lives were lost, and thousands of homes were destroyed, leaving many families in distress.
Confronting Grief and Anger
During the visit, the royals and political leaders were met with the overwhelming grief and anger of the locals. Some frustrated residents threw mud, stones, bottles, and sticks toward the delegation, shouting accusations of „murderers.“ Despite the tense atmosphere, where several security personnel were injured, including one with a bleeding head wound, King Felipe and Queen Letizia engaged in conversations with the victims, expressing their condolences and offering support.
In a video shared by the BBC, a young man is seen confronting King Felipe, criticizing his arrival as „four days too late“ and implying that the tragedy could have been prevented. The man’s words, “You should be ashamed,” echoed the sentiments of many in the crowd, who felt the response was delayed.
Spain’s Most Devastating Flood in Decades
The catastrophe is being called Spain’s worst flood disaster in decades, underscoring the need for improved infrastructure and response mechanisms in vulnerable regions. The royal visit was intended to bring comfort and demonstrate national solidarity, but the emotional reactions of the community reflect the profound sorrow and frustration among residents.
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