The lesson learned from the dana of 2024: massive alerts and prevention are key to saving lives
The differences in management between the floods two years ago and the most recent one mark the way forward, with some pending issues.
The Generalitat Valenciana warned residents about the approaching storm, Adam, through social media and mobile alerts. On October 16, they advised people to leave their cars in safe zones, avoid crossing flooded streets, and stay informed through official channels. Over the next 48 hours, the regional government provided constant updates and sent a mass message alerting residents to the risk of flooding in certain areas of Valencia. The alerts also advised people in flood-prone areas to move to higher floors.
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