Update – November 4: Although this news was originally written on October 30, we wanted to inform you today that part of our team is returning to work. While we will handle all your requests, there may be some delays. Thank you for your understanding.
Update – November 24: We are back to 99%. Twenty-five days have passed since the tragedy, and the main affected areas are still without many essential services, such as public transportation, road access, schools, and healthcare centers. Meanwhile, from other towns, we are trying to return to our daily work. In this way, affected colleagues and the local business network are resuming activity, contributing to the circular economy of the region.
Update – November 29: A month has passed since one of the most intense meteorological events in recent years. A cut-off low system, known in Spain as "DANA" (Isolated High-Level Depression), affected a large part of the Iberian Peninsula, bringing torrential rains, strong winds, and storms, resulting in both material and human losses.
Although several autonomous communities were impacted, the most devastating effects were recorded in the Valencian Community. The province of Valencia experienced continuous and torrential rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 200 liters per square meter in less than 24 hours. This extreme amount of water in such a short time led to flooding in several municipalities in the region, where overflowing rivers and ravines caused damage to homes and infrastructure.
The toll of this "DANA" in the province of Valencia has been alarming. One month later, the data shows that more than 200 people lost their lives due to the rains and floods, and over 800,000 people were affected by the disasters caused by the storm.
The economic impact of the "DANA" in the province of Valencia has been severe, particularly affecting the business, commercial, and agricultural sectors, with losses accounting for 34% of the province's GDP. Agricultural crops, especially citrus, have suffered significant damage, and the commercial sector has experienced a substantial decline in sales. Small and medium-sized businesses are struggling to recover due to high repair and infrastructure costs. The extent of the damage has created economic uncertainty and delays in the region’s recovery.
One month after the catastrophe, recovery efforts are ongoing. Many of the hardest-hit areas have begun cleanup and repairs, though full restoration to normalcy in some areas will take time.
The October "DANA" has made it clear that adapting to climate change is an urgent challenge for all regions of the country, especially those most vulnerable to extreme weather events, such as the province of Valencia.
You can find more information here:
https://valenciaplaza.com/valenciaplaza/30-dias-dana-valencia-30-cifras
https://es.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/11/29/diario-de-un-mes-de-la-dana-valencia-se-recupera-a-paso-lento
Other articles about the "DANA" and available aid:
