During a recent visit to the Valencia region in Spain, King Felipe faced a hostile reception from angry residents in the aftermath of devastating floods that claimed the lives of over 200 people. The crowd expressed their frustration by booing and throwing eggs at the King, with some even shouting 'murderers' as he toured the affected areas alongside Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and regional governor Carlos Mazon.
Despite the hostile environment, King Felipe remained composed when confronted by a resident, showing a willingness to listen to their grievances. The slow and uncoordinated response to the crisis has sparked outrage among the local population, who feel let down by the authorities.
Prime Minister Sanchez acknowledged the shortcomings in the response efforts, describing the storm as the 'worst natural disaster' in the county's history. In an effort to address the anger and frustration, Sanchez deployed an additional 5,000 troops to assist with rescue and recovery operations in the flooded areas.
The death toll from the floods continues to rise, with the discovery of a 70-year-old woman's body located more than 12 kilometers away from her home. The tragic loss of life and widespread destruction have left many communities reeling from the impact of the disaster.
As the cleanup and recovery efforts continue, there is a growing sense of urgency to provide support to those affected by the floods. The government's commitment to improving the response and assistance to the affected communities is crucial in rebuilding trust and addressing the challenges ahead.
