'Outpouring of unity in Spain as anger grows over slow response to floods'
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Hundreds of volunteers take up buckets and brooms in Valencia as the government bolsters its response to the devastating floods.

Summary

Amidst the devastation of the floods in Valencia, Spain, an outpouring of solidarity has emerged, with thousands of volunteers assisting in cleanup efforts. However, anger is growing over the slow response from authorities, with many residents feeling abandoned and criticizing the lack of adequate warning systems. The Spanish government has deployed additional troops and police to aid in relief efforts.

  • JSeldon@lemmy.worldEnglish
    142·
    11 days ago

    Spaniard here, citizens are really pissed at the government for not having deployed the army in time and in vast numbers… it truly is a shame how inefficiently politicians are managing the situation, they’re mostly focused on blaming each other and pointing fingers, surprising, isn’t it?

    • RubberDuck@lemmy.worldEnglish
      71·
      11 days ago

      It’s something that should have a pre made plan that is just enacted. Disaster happens, declare emergency, kick it to the Bureau that oversees disaster response … which includes the military…

      • JSeldon@lemmy.worldEnglish
        51·
        11 days ago

        Yup, there’s an emergency response task force called UME which is supposed to do just that, but it’s proved to be insufficient and too little, too late