The impact of the floods in Valencia has left deep traces in the community. Queen Letizia has decided to pause her usual commitments to focus on helping those most in need in the wake of this tragedy.
Recently, both the Queen and King Felipe visited Paiporta, one of the areas most affected by the worst floods in decades. However, their reception was not what they had hoped for.
Some of those affected protested by throwing mud at them and demanded more help from the government, at a time when President Pedro Sanchez was also present.
Later, the Spanish press clarified that the citizens’ discontent was not directed at the royal couple but at the politician, who quickly left the place.
Despite the situation, Letizia and Felipe stayed to listen to the stories of the victims, showing their commitment to the community.
Queen Letizia’s work for those affected in Valencia
Days later, while King Felipe had been working to speed up aid, Queen Letizia appeared in public to meet with representatives of several organizations that are working hard to provide assistance to the flood victims.
On November 7, Queen Letizia met at the Zarzuela Palace with entities to address the aftermath of the catastrophe.
Her concern focused on those who have lost loved ones or their homes, which is why she met with associations dedicated to improving the welfare of those affected.
Among the organizations present were the Red Cross, the Spanish Association Against Cancer, the Spanish Federation of Rare Diseases, Mental Health, and the Spanish Committee of Representatives of People with Disabilities.
During the meeting, the Queen thanked them for the work they are doing and stressed the importance of maintaining constant attention, considering that the effects of the tragedy will be long-lasting and will require more than immediate help.
She also asked that the assistance continue beyond the first few days after the disaster.
This participation demonstrates that the Queen is balancing multiple priorities at such a critical time, especially considering that the tragedy has claimed more than 200 lives.
