Overview

• Three victims remain missing six months after the Valencia floods, with search efforts now relying on archaeological methods to sift for remains.
• Families of the 228 victims have become vocal advocates, demanding justice, improved emergency management, and climate-adaptive infrastructure to prevent future disasters.
• Judge Nuria Ruiz Tobarra has taken testimony from 250 witnesses and continues to investigate two former officials over their roles in the emergency response.
• Carlos Mazón, president of the Generalitat Valenciana, faces criticism for alleged inaction during the disaster, with families planning further protests despite recent disruptions.
• Reconstruction and aid distribution remain slow, with families expressing frustration over repeated infrastructure failures and stalled support.