“Europe is ready to help”. With these words spoken in Spanish, the President of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyenoffered Spain help from the European Union to deal with the “dramatic situation” caused by the impact of the catastrophic DANA in Valencia. Brussels has already activated the Copernicus satellite system to help coordinate rescues and is also ready to send civil protection teams from other member states if the government of Pedro Sanchez.
“What we see is devastating: entire towns covered in mud, people seeking refuge in trees and cars swept away by the fury of the waters. Dozens of people have lost their lives and thousands are displaced. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families and their friends.but also with the rescue teams, who are working tirelessly,” von der Leyen said at a press conference.
“Europe is ready to help. We have activated our Copernicus satellite system to help coordinate rescue teams. And we have already proposed to activate our civil protection mechanism,” announced the President of the Commission.
“In just a few months, floods have hit Central and Eastern Europe, Italy and now Spain. This is the dramatic reality of climate changeand we must prepare to face it across the Union and with all the tools at our disposal,” says Von der Leyen.
Expressions of solidarity with Valencia’s DANA and offers of help came not only from Brussels, but also from many other European capitals. The German Chancellor Olaf Scholzsaid he was “shocked” by the impact of the “massive flooding”. ““We are in dialogue with the Spanish government on possible aid.”wrote in Spanish on his social media account X.
“We are deeply concerned and saddened by the loss of life and the enormous damage caused by the severe floods in Spain. Romania stands with Spain in these difficult times,” said the Romanian president. Klaus Iohannis.
“Dear Pedro Sánchez, we are at your side. To all emergency teams, thank you for your unwavering commitment to saving lives. Europe is ready to provide support“, assures the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. “Our thoughts and our solidarity are with the Spanish people and the emergency services who are working 24 hours a day,” declared the Austrian Chancellor. Klaus Nehammer.
“My solidarity with the population of the south and east of Spain who are facing very serious floods with catastrophic consequences. I thank the rescuers who are doing everything possible to help people in difficulty. Europe is ready to help,” the president said. of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, also wrote.
“I want to express my solidarity with the families of the victims affected by the floods in Spain. I pray for the health of the deceased. Because of the esteem and respect I have for him, I express my closeness to His Majesty King Felipe VI, symbol of national unity,” declared the Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs. Antonio Tajani.
“Saddened by the news of the devastating floods in Spain. Our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Our thoughts are with all those affected. Dear Pedro Sánchez, Lithuania stands with Spain in this difficult time” said the President of the Baltic Republic, The Gypsies of Nauseda.
