NOW: Dozens Killed in Flash Floods

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(GoRealNewsNow.com) – An unprecedented catastrophe has engulfed eastern Spain, as it killed dozens of people, at least 63, in flash floods that have wreaked havoc on communities from Malaga to Valencia.

This catastrophic flooding has become the country’s deadliest natural disaster in recent years.

While the mainstream media might attribute this to climate change, it is crucial to remember that extreme weather events have occurred throughout history.

Emergency services confirmed 62 deaths in Valencia alone, with an additional fatality reported in Cuenca.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, known for his left-leaning policies, has emphasized the ongoing danger and the government’s commitment to recovery efforts.

However, it is questionable whether his administration’s focus on progressive agendas has come at the cost of practical disaster management and infrastructure improvements that could have mitigated this tragedy.

“For those who are looking for their loved ones, all of Spain feels your pain. Our priority is to help you. We are putting all the resources necessary so that we can recover from this tragedy,” Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said.

Moreover, the government deployed over 1,000 soldiers and rescue services to help the victims. The floods have caused significant damage, with cars and debris swept away and homes and infrastructure severely impacted.

“The neighborhood is destroyed, all the cars are on top of each other, it’s literally smashed up. Everything is a total wreck, everything is ready to be thrown away. The mud is almost 30 centimeters deep.” – Bar owner Christian Viena commented.

As the death toll is expected to rise with several people still missing, it is clear that the government’s response was inadequate. The accompanying hailstorm and rare tornado further complicate rescue efforts, exposing the limitations of current disaster response capabilities.

Moreover, the severe disruption to transportation, including a high-speed train derailment near Malaga, underscores the fragility of Spain’s infrastructure.

While the government urges residents to stay home due to dangerous travel conditions, questions have been raised about whether years of misplaced priorities and neglect of critical infrastructure have contributed to this crisis.

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