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Spanish Royals Pelted with Mud Amid Flood Fury

Spain's King and Queen faced public fury over the government's handling of devastating floods, with angry crowds pelting them with mud and insults.

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Climate ChangeEuropean UnionSpainRoyal FamilyFloodGovernment FailurePublic Outrage

Spanish Royal PalaceValencian Government

King Felipe ViQueen LetiziaPedro SánchezCarlos MazónMirabel AlbalatJuan Bordera

Why were the people of Paiporta angry?: The public's anger stems from the perceived lack of warning and insufficient aid provided by the government before and after the devastating floods, which claimed over 200 lives.
How did the government respond to the crisis?: Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, initially accompanying the royals, was also targeted by the crowd and subsequently evacuated along with the local Valencian government head. The King acknowledged the people's anger and frustration.
What was the extent of the damage caused by the floods?: The floods, described as the worst in decades, caused widespread destruction, leaving many towns cut off without essential supplies, highlighting the inadequacy of disaster response.
What happened when the King and Queen of Spain visited Paiporta?: The Spanish royal couple, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, were pelted with mud and insults by an angry crowd in the flood-stricken town of Paiporta.
What was the reaction of some political figures to the royal visit?: The visit to Paiporta, one of the hardest-hit areas with 62 deaths, was met with strong criticism by some, including a Valencian parliament member, who deemed it a poor decision given the circumstances.

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