Bon día ?? Rainy day in Valencia! Here’s your latest on the storm and other news. A weekend event update (with possible weather rescheduling) is coming soon.
Weather Disruptions and Emergency Response
A severe storm continues over Valencia, with heavy rainfall particularly affecting Castellón. Emergency responders are on alert for potential flooding, especially in the Carraixet ravine, which drains through Alboraya and Port Saplaya.
?? Live storm updates from À Punt: Link
?? Flood risk analysis from Levante: Link
? UPDATE: Weather restrictions lifted for Friday, 7 March
- Schools, public sports facilities and health centers will all reopen as normal
- Fallas events will resume. Fallers tents will start being assembled.
- More details
The Generalitat’s response to this storm has been notably swifter and more decisive than during the October floods, which claimed over 200 lives. Las Provincias highlights the “avalanche” of emergency measures, including a mobile alert sent in just 36 minutes—much faster than the delays seen in October. Read more.
However, the decision to limit health care services has faced backlash. Details here.
Politics
Juan Manuel Badenas, the councilor for far-right party Vox, has been ousted as deputy mayor over allegations of misusing public funds. He claims the charges are a political setup. El País reports.
Football Shake-up
Peter Lim, owner of Valencia CF, has appointed his son Kiat Lim as the club’s president. The decision has sparked controversy, given the ongoing criticism of Lim’s management. Valencia Plaza has more.
Changing City
- Several landmark restaurants in the Marina will close as their concessions expire. The area is set for a major revamp. Read more from Valencia Plaza.
- The Ayuntamiento has approved funding for new bike lanes connecting southern neighborhoods to the city center via Patraix. 7 Televalencia covers it.
The Man Who Died Twice
More than thirty years ago, Miguel Morales disappeared without a trace. His family and daughters eventually declared him dead. Imagine their shock when they were informed that Morales had secretly been living in Quart de Poblet for decades. His second “death” was revealed only when his body was identified among the victims of the October floods. Full story from El Español.
That’s it for this update! Check back soon for weekend events. Stay safe & dry! ?