Good Morning ?? Here’s your Thursday news update. Weekend events will be out shortly—stay tuned!
Flood Recovery
Valencia is still grappling with the aftermath of the October flood disaster:
- Education Impact: Around 4,000 students are attending classes in temporary barracks as their schools remain too damaged to reopen. Read more in Las Provincias.
- Agricultural Losses: Thousands of rice fields were destroyed, devastating the local harvest. Details here.
Efforts to rebuild and prepare for future disasters are ongoing:
- Flood Reconstruction Committee: Experts testified that modernizing water flow prediction systems could have provided authorities with a four-hour lead time. Valencia Plaza covers the story.
- Local Initiatives: Frustrated by delays at higher levels of government, municipalities are forming their own emergency committees. Learn more.
The political debate over funding recovery efforts continues:
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s government has requested €4.4 billion from the EU Solidarity Fund. Coverage from A Punt.
- Opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo has proposed a €12 billion recovery plan over the next decade. Details here.
Record Tourism Numbers
Despite the challenges of 2024, Valencia achieved record-breaking tourism numbers.
- Valencia Plaza reports that the figures were revealed during Madrid’s Fitur tourism fair. Read more.
- King Felipe and Queen Letizia visited the Comunidad Valenciana pavilion to highlight flood recovery efforts. Coverage from Las Provincias.
Transport News
Public transport discounts introduced by the previous administration will end this week.
- Valencia Plaza reports on the decision to discontinue the initiative. Read the full article.
Housing Shortage
The housing market continues to face growing challenges:
- Applications for public housing have increased by 50% in the past year. More from Valencia Plaza.
- L’Horta Nord is the city’s fastest-growing area, with new developments underway. Read more.
Benicarló Artichoke Festival
Peak season for the Benicarló artichoke is here!
- Known for its subtle sweetness and unique flavor, this delicacy is celebrated in the Benicarló Artichoke Festival. Learn more about its origin.
- Explore festival details and participating restaurants here.
That’s all for now!
Check back soon for the weekend events update.