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One year after 229 died in Valencia floods, anger grows over regional leader's absence and delayed alerts.
On the first anniversary of the October 29, 2024 floods in Valencia that killed 229 people, regional President Carlos Mazon faced public anger and protests during a memorial service, with victims’ families accusing him of negligence for being absent during critical early hours of the disaster.
Despite acknowledging shortcomings in the response, Mazon denied wrongdoing, stating he remained reachable, while a gap in communications and conflicting accounts of his whereabouts during a five-hour absence have fueled scrutiny.
The delayed emergency alerts, sent over 12 hours after the highest weather warning, drew widespread criticism, and a poll showed 75% of Valencians want him to resign.
The tragedy has sparked national calls for accountability and improved disaster preparedness.
Un año después de que murieran 229 personas en las inundaciones de Valencia, crece el enojo por la ausencia del líder regional y el retraso en las alertas.