The Spanish government has announced a comprehensive 530 million euro plan aimed at rebuilding and enhancing the resilience of areas in Valencia devastated by the catastrophic floods last October. The plan, presented by Sara Aagesen, the Third Vice President and Minister for the Ecological Transition, includes significant investments in housing, infrastructure, and natural disaster prevention measures. This initiative seeks to address the immediate needs of the affected communities while also preparing the region for future climate-related challenges.
Key components of the plan include the diversion of the La Saleta ravine in Aldaia, a project estimated to cost 90 million euros, and the elevation of ground floors in buildings to mitigate future flood damage. Additionally, the government will develop new risk and flood zone mapping, a project that will require an investment of three million euros. These measures are part of a broader effort to adapt the region's infrastructure to the increasing frequency of extreme weather events linked to climate change.
The announcement came during a meeting between Aagesen and representatives from three major associations representing the victims of the floods. The associations expressed satisfaction with the proposed plan, highlighting the government's commitment to not only reconstructing the damaged areas but also improving the region's resilience against future disasters. However, they also raised concerns about the need for additional measures, such as the undergrounding of roads in affected municipalities, which the government acknowledged as challenging but worthy of consideration.
This plan represents a significant step forward in the recovery process for the Valencia region, which suffered immense loss and damage due to the floods. With a focus on both immediate reconstruction and long-term resilience, the Spanish government aims to ensure that the affected communities are better prepared to face similar challenges in the future. The involvement of local associations in the planning process underscores the government's commitment to addressing the needs and concerns of those most impacted by the disaster.
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