At COP29, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change following devastating flash floods that killed over 200 people in Spain. These floods, attributed to urban planning failures, highlighted the immediate need for preventative measures. In response, the Spanish government introduced legislation allowing paid leave for workers affected by extreme weather and mandated emergency preparedness plans for companies. Authorities are focusing on responsible rebuilding practices and integrating nature-based solutions, such as floodable parks, to enhance urban resilience and restore natural drainage capabilities.
"The only thing that is as important as helping the victims of this terrible tragedy is to prevent it from happening again."
"We know that practically all of these floods were related to bad urban planning."
"Importance must now be placed on rebuilding responsibly and integrating nature-based adaptation measures."
"Flash floods had swept the Spanish regions of Valencia, Castilla-La Mancha and Andalusia, killing more than 200 people."
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