The number of victims of DANA deadly since last October 29th It remains at 221 this Friday, as no further bodies were found during the day. The latest, therefore, are the bodies of two women, one located and recovered on Wednesday in Torrent and the other, on Thursday morning, in Sedaví, as reported on Friday evening by the TSJCV based on the data collected by Data Integration Center (CID), which records the official death toll from day one. Both women were on the list of missing persons and have already been fully identified.
The figure of missingTherefore, is reduced from 7 to 5, thanks to the identification of those two women.
As regards the mortal remains found in Riba-roja late Thursday afternoon, it concerns in particular a limb, which the police and forensic teams believe belongs to one of the victims identified and identified days ago, who was missing that same part of the body. However, definitive confirmation via DNA is awaited.
People who are difficult to spot
Also this week the number of missing people has reduced because, despite the time that has passed (more than three weeks), they have continued to occur cessation of complaints because the wanted people were finally found safe and sound, since on that day the 29th they were not even in the disaster zone, although until now it
At this moment, therefore, the number of active disappearancescompiled by the offices antemortem where the National Police and the Civil Guard are located and collect complaints from families 5according to information provided Friday by TSJCV sources.
So right now The deaths are 221the same amount as ID: 171 from fingerprints, 46 from DNA and four from hospital identification while alive, i.e. these are people seriously hospitalized and who died in those centers due to injuries sustained during the floods.
The search continues
Since there are still five people missing, meaning their bodies have not been located or recovered, rescue teams continue to work to find these possible victims.
As published by Levante-EMV this Thursday, nine of the 221 victims DANA counted so far They are minors. Sources of TSJCV That day they offered, for the first time, data on the people who lost their lives in this humanitarian catastrophethanks to the information collected by the Data Integration Center (CID) created to manage the victims of this unprecedented crisis.
In terms of gender bias, almost two-thirds, 65%, were men: 131 versus 90 women. In the analysis by age, almost half of the victims were people over the age of 70the same sources report, clarifying that 15 of them were over 90 years old.
195 were Spanish and 26 foreigners
195 were Spanish and 26 foreigners of eleven different nationalities; the two most frequent are Romanian and Moroccan.
this statistic took into account the municipality where the bodies were found and removed, which does not necessarily correspond to the address of the deceased or the place where they died, since many of them died during collection far from the flood. Some bodies, in fact, were found at a distance between 5 and 10 kilometers from the point where they disappeared.
Paiporta, with 45 victims
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In this sense they are the Municipalities where the greatest number of bodies have been located Paiporta, with 45and Catarroja, with 25, followed by València, with 16, and Alfafar, with 15.
What are the key challenges in managing disaster response after events like the DANA floods?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Disaster Management Expert on the Impacts of DANA Flooding
Time.news Editor (TNE): Good morning, and thank you for joining us today. We have with us Dr. Elena Torres, a leading expert in disaster management and response. Dr. Torres, the aftermath of the DANA flood has been devastating, with the death toll reaching 221. Can you provide us with some context on the scale of this tragedy?
Dr. Elena Torres (DET): Good morning, and thank you for having me. The DANA floods have indeed been catastrophic. When you look at the numbers—221 confirmed fatalities, including nine minors—it underscores the significant human impact of such natural disasters. This is not just a number; each victim represents a life lost, a family affected, and a community in mourning.
TNE: Absolutely, Dr. Torres. We have seen that despite the unfortunate count of those lost, the authorities have successfully reduced the number of missing persons. It went from seven to five due to the identification of two women. How does that reduction affect the ongoing search efforts?
DET: It’s a bittersweet outcome. While it is certainly disheartening to find more victims, the reduction in the number of missing persons can help focus the search and rescue teams’ efforts more effectively. It narrows down the areas where resources can be allocated, allowing teams to concentrate on these remaining individuals who are still unaccounted for. However, the fact that there are still five people missing indicates that the search must continue diligently.
TNE: Speaking of the search efforts, the discovery of various remains, including the limb found in Riba-roja, highlights the challenges that rescuers face. How does the process of identification affect the families of missing persons?
DET: The identification process is crucial, both for closure and for understanding what has happened. It can be a lengthy and painful experience for families who may have waited weeks for answers. Each piece of information—such as identifying remains—can bring relief, but it can also come with immense sorrow. For families, knowing the fate of their loved ones helps them begin the grieving process.
TNE: There has also been a notable decrease in complaints regarding missing people, as some were found safe outside the disaster zone. What does this tell us about the immediate response to disasters like DANA?
DET: It indicates a mix of factors. In the chaos following a disaster, many people are separated, and communication lines can be disrupted. Some individuals likely were in different areas during the event and had not been able to communicate with their loved ones. This situation emphasizes the importance of efficient communication systems and disaster preparedness planning—knowing where to go and how to stay in touch in the aftermath of such events is vital.
TNE: Given the scale of the DANA floods, what measures could be taken to improve disaster preparedness and response in the future?
DET: There are many avenues for improvement. First and foremost, we need to invest in infrastructure that can withstand extreme weather events. This includes better drainage systems and flood defenses. Moreover, we should enhance early warning systems and public awareness campaigns, ensuring everyone knows what to do before, during, and after a disaster. there should be robust support systems for psychological and emotional recovery for the victims’ families post-crisis.
TNE: Thank you, Dr. Torres, for shedding light on this tragic event and the critical lessons we can learn moving forward. It’s vital for communities to come together during such difficult times.
DET: Thank you for having me. My thoughts are with the families affected by this disaster, and I hope we can work together to build more resilient communities in the future.