The region of Valencia, in Spain, was hit by a dramatic Mediterranean weather episode on Tuesday, October 29. To assist the population, the Department, the city of Nice, and the Secours Populaire will carry out various measures.
While the sun briefly returned to Valencia on Friday, weather alerts remain in effect in the south of Spain. Intense new rainfall is expected this weekend, according to the Spanish National Meteorological Agency (Aemet). This Thursday, the human toll is heavy with more than 200 people deceased. Numerous towns around Valencia have been devastated by the floods. A dramatic situation that leaves nobody indifferent.
Charles Ange Ginésy, president of the Alpes-Maritimes Department, quickly expressed his support for the Spanish victims. The Department will provide financial aid of €5,000 to the Light Intervention and Rescue Unit (U.L.I.S). The latter is responsible for traveling to Spain to assist the affected people. “The Department of the Alpes-Maritimes, itself affected by natural disasters in recent years, stands fully in solidarity with the Spanish people. This solidarity knows no borders,” explained Charles Ange Ginésy. He also praised the responsiveness and courage of the mobilized teams, emphasizing the importance of cross-border mutual aid in managing large-scale natural disasters.
The city of Nice mobilizes alongside the Secours Populaire
The city of Nice has also reacted by joining the Secours Populaire to organize a donation collection in support of the flood victims in Spain. An appeal has been made to the people of Nice to participate in a fundraising campaign. A gathering is planned for Thursday, November 7 at 6 p.m. on Place Masséna. Given the extent of the disaster, financial donations are strongly encouraged to aid the affected populations. The city of Nice and the Secours Populaire invite citizens and communities to actively participate in this international solidarity movement in favor of the Spanish victims in Valencia.
In recent weeks, floods have hit many regions in Europe and France. This is a stark reminder of the devastating effects of climate change.
