Since the first information emerged about the devastating consequences that DANA had caused in Valencia, the Kings were very attentive to those affected and have adapted their agenda to this situation. Don Felipe and Doña Letizia They moved on November 3 to the most affected areas, giving an example of fortitude and humanity in the midst of the tension caused by the visit. They declined the advice to withdraw due to lack of insecurity and stayed listening and consoling those who have lost everything, who have once again counted on the support of the head of state nine days later.
© House of HM the KingIn the midst of alerts for a new DANA in this region, King Felipe traveled this Tuesday, November 12, to the Valencian town of Bétera, headquarters of the Jaime I military base, to learn about the current situation through the units of the three Armies. and the Military Emergency Unit, who are collaborating after the tragedy caused by the cold drop.
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© House of HM the KingDuring the meal he shared at this base, where the menu consisted of pasta with tuna and grilled meatballs, the monarch was interested in the personal testimonies of each soldier. He thanked all of them for the work they are doing and highlighted that they are working “shoulder to shoulder, side by side, human with human, but with one heart.”
© House of HM the KingFelipe VI spoke before the media when leaving the base, an unusual gesture. He explained that he has found the military with a “very high spirit and morale” because “there is no greater satisfaction than seeing that people are being helped in an operation without origins in national territory.” He has indicated that for them the experience is “extraordinary, professionally and humanly” and they are left with the gratitude of the citizens. Furthermore, he wanted to highlight that they are working “above their possibilities, day and night, adapting to each phase of the emergency.”
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© House of HM the KingThe King’s visit had two other stops. On the one hand, the Navy Ship “Galicia”, docked in the Port of Valencia with more than 300 soldiers on board, who have joined those deployed to help in emergency tasks by DANA. Also the Main Logistics Base of the Army, which is located at the Valencia Trade Fair and which houses more than 2,500 military personnel.
His next visit to Valencia with Queen Letizia
This is the largest natural disaster that our country has experienced in recent times and it will take a long time to regain some normality. A long process in which the Kings will be present, as the monarch has advanced: “The desire to be present in various ways in all the affected places is going to be a constant.” Next week Mr. Felipe and Mrs. Letizia will return to Valencia “taking into account the circumstances that are being experienced here and aware that each of us has to be in our place.”