Overview

• Cerdanyola neighborhood in Mataró experienced eight nights of unrest following an attempted squatting incident, resulting in nine arrests and significant property damage.
• Authorities in Mataró report a 'calma tensa' after reinforced police efforts, with officials emphasizing the need for long-term social programs to address underlying inequality.
• In Castellón, a fire engulfed the Luropa building on April 16, affecting two blocks and leading to the evacuation and rehousing of displaced residents.
• Investigators suspect the fire in Castellón may have been caused by negligence involving mattresses in a shared patio, with no fatalities but several minor injuries reported.
• Two off-duty police officers played a critical role in the early evacuation efforts during the Castellón fire, which local officials described as a near-miracle.