By the time residents of Valencia received storm alerts, six people had already died in Utiel from flash floods, which came as a tragic surprise.
The Magro river, usually dry, flooded unexpectedly, rising three meters and engulfing homes, leading to a horrific disaster that claimed over 200 lives.
Pilar, struggling to save her son Enrique, witnessed a heart-wrenching scene as he drowned just inches from safety after floodwaters invaded their home.
Despite the warnings issued too late, residents were trapped, highlighting the inadequacy of emergency responses that failed to protect those most vulnerable.
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