King Charles has sent a personal message to Spain’s King Felipe after being left “utterly heartbroken” by the devastation caused by recent floods.
Spain has suffered its worst flooding disaster in recent history, resulting in 200 deaths, with the death toll expected to rise as authorities continue to search for additional casualties.
The letter, addressed to the Spanish monarch, said, “My Wife and I were utterly heartbroken to learn of the destruction and devastation following the catastrophic flooding in Southern and Eastern Spain.
“So many in the United Kingdom have strong, personal ties to Spain, and our nations are bound by so much that we have in common.”
King Charles sends a message to Spain’s King Felipe after being left ‘utterly heartbroken’
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It continued: “We extend our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and to the people of Spain for the tragic loss of so many lives.
“Our special thoughts, prayers and deepest possible sympathy are with all those who have lost loved ones and livelihoods this terrible week.”
The letter was posted on the official Royal Family social media accounts and was signed off by “Charles R”.
The Spanish King Felipe VI has warned that the emergency is “not over”.
A message from The King to King Felipe VI of Spain regarding the ongoing floods in Valencia. pic.twitter.com/LHyNUVInKj
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) November 2, 2024
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed his sadness about the tragic flash floodings.
He said: “Our thoughts go out to those whose homes and possessions have been devastated and whose lives have been covered in mud.
“We are united and we will rebuild your streets and your squares and bridges.”
One of the first-hit towns, near Valencia, reported one year’s worth of rainfall on Tuesday in just a period of eight hours according to national weather agency Aemet.
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The Spanish King Felipe VI has warned that the emergency is “not over”.
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Hundreds of people in cars and on foot have been streaming in to the hardest hit areas to help.
Aemet has issued yet another red warning.
They said: “Torrential rains are being recorded in towns such as Cartaya, with 117 l/m² in less than three hours. 70 of them in just one hour. The warning remains active, for now, until 9am.”
The Spanish army has been brought in to speed up the distribution of aid, and many local residents depend on this support.