Thousands protest in Valencia over flood handling

Thousands of protesters take to streets of Valencia following deadly flooding
Angry protesters are calling for Valencian president Carlos Mazón to resign after 219 people were killed in floods
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Spain: Demonstration in Valencia against government's handling of floods
Valencia, Spain - November 09, 2024 On November 9, 2024, a large demonstration took place at Valencia City Hall, Valencia, Spain, as people protested the government's handling of the devastating floods that affected the Valencian region and other areas of Spain.
Valencia government rules out resignations as anger grows over Spain flood response
The catastrophe started on 29 October when torrential rain battered the eastern region of Valencia, with some areas receiving a year’s worth of rain in just eight hours.
Spain: Thousands protest in Valencia over flood handling
Over 220 people were killed in the flooding, which was the most deadly in Europe in decades.Tens of thousands of people marched on Saturday in the southeastern Spanish city of Valencia over authorities' handling of devastating floods.
Thousands of Spaniards demand resignation of Valencia leader for bungling flood response
Some protestors clashed with riot police in front of Valencia's city hall, where the protestors started their march to the seat of the regional government. Police used batons to beat them back.
Thousands in Spain demand resignations after deadly Valencia storms
In Spain, thousands have gathered to demand the resignation of officials after deadly storms in Valencia claimed 219 lives. Protesters, driven by grief and anger, are calling for accountability from leaders following the devastating disaster.
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