Public Outcry in Valencia Demands Resignation Over Flood Management
Thousands gathered in Valencia and other Spanish cities to demand the resignation of regional President Carlos Mazon due to his handling of severe weather impacts from Storm DANA. The protests followed devastating floods on October 29 that resulted in 223 fatalities and 78 missing individuals. Demonstrators expressed frustration over insufficient disaster response and called for improvements in managing such crises. Amid ongoing security concerns and a surge in looting, local authorities have arrested over 250 individuals, emphasizing the urgency of restoring order in the affected areas.