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Spanish Military's Response to Valencia Floods
Following devastating floods in Spain, the military is conducting a large-scale search and rescue operation, receiving both appreciation and criticism.
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Spanish ArmyUnidad Militar De Emergencias (Ume)Spanish Air Force And Space Force
King Felipe ViQueen LetiziaJuan Enrique CortésAntonio Diosdado
- How did the King's visits to Valencia differ?
- King Felipe VI visited Valencia twice; the first visit was met with protests, while the second visit was to support the deployed military personnel.
- How many military personnel are involved in the operation?
- Over 630 military personnel from 20 units across Spain are involved in the search and rescue operation.
- What resources are being used in the search for the missing people?
- The military is utilizing various resources, including boats, divers, canine units, and drones, in a 24/7 search effort for the missing.
- What is the main focus of the Spanish military's operation in Valencia?
- The Spanish army is conducting its largest peacetime operation in response to catastrophic floods in Valencia, focusing on the search for missing persons.
- What is the public sentiment towards the military response, and what criticism remains?
- While the army is receiving appreciation from the Valencian community, criticism remains regarding the late warning about the severe weather conditions.