Flash Floods in Eastern Spain Cause ProblemsLast week, heavy rains in eastern Spain caused sudden flash floods. The water was so strong that it washed away roads, cars, and buildings. It came very fast, and many people were trapped in their cars, homes, and workplaces. Sadly, many people lost their lives, and thousands lost their businesses and homes.One week later, the authorities have found 217 bodies, mostly in the Valencia region, but they are still looking for missing people. Many towns near Valencia city were badly affected, and people are still struggling to get basic supplies. The water supply is back, but it can only be used for cleaning, not drinking.Now, thousands of volunteers are helping soldiers and police to clean the streets filled with mud and dirt. The floods damaged the ground floors of many homes and shops. In some underground garages, bodies were found inside cars.People are angry because they feel the government did not act fast enough. When Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and other officials visited the area, people protested and threw mud at them.Why Did the Floods Happen?The storms hit two river areas in Valencia. The rivers overflowed quickly, flooding towns. People had little time to escape. Roads, train tracks, and buildings were suddenly underwater. Some people had to climb onto the roofs of their cars or move to higher places for safety.How Did the Government Help?The Valencia regional government declared a state of emergency. This meant they could ask the national government for help. Soldiers, police, and helicopters were sent to search for missing people and give help. However, many people were upset because flood warnings were sent to cellphones very late, after the flooding had already started. This delay caused a lot of frustration.The national government promised money to help people affected by the floods. But many people are still unhappy. They have mixed feelings about the government’s actions. Recently, the government pardoned nine Catalan separatists, which also caused protests. People think the government should focus more on helping with the flood crisis.Both the national and regional governments are now under pressure to do more to help people and to stop future floods. Some people believe that if they don’t act better, it could cause more protests and problems.