Death Toll Rises to over 200 in Spain’s Devastating Floods as Charities and Communities Rally to Help

With the death toll reaching 95 and dozens of people still missing after the severe DANA (or "gota fría") storm devastated the Valencian region and affected other parts of Spain, charities and community groups are coming together to provide urgent relief.

Thousands of residents have lost their homes and belongings, and many families are still waiting for news of missing loved ones. In response, Spain has declared three days of national mourning beginning on October 31. However, experts warn that more rain may be on the way, meaning travel could soon become even more difficult.

Here’s how to help or get involved in relief efforts:

Collection Points for Clothes, Blankets, and Food

Providing warmth and food is critical for those affected. The following locations in Valencia are accepting donations:

• Torrent: C/ del Sol, 1 – Needed: Warm clothes and blankets
• Riba-roja de Túria: CEIP Cervantes, C/Metge Fleming, 2 – Needed: Clothes and blankets
• Valencia: C/ San Juan Bosco, 48 – Needed: Food, clothes, and essential items

Blood Donations for the Injured

With many people hospitalized from injuries sustained in the flooding, blood donations are urgently needed. A temporary blood donation center has been set up in Valencia:

• Where: Institut Luis Vives de Valencia, C/Xàtiva, 11
• When: 11:00 to 21:00 daily

Aid for Chiva

The town of Chiva has been one of the hardest-hit areas, with entire neighborhoods flooded and homes submerged. The local government is seeking heavy equipment to assist with cleanup and recovery:

• What is Needed: Trailers, tractors, backhoes, and similar equipment
• Where to Take It: Ayuntamiento de Chiva (Chiva Town Hall)

Financial Donations via the Red Cross

For those unable to provide physical donations but wishing to support, the Red Cross has set up special accounts for monetary contributions:

• Bank Accounts:
  • Santander: ES44 0049 0001 5321 1002 2225 33512
  • BBVA: ES92 0182 2370 4600 1002 2227 33467
  • Caixabank: ES28 2100 0600 8502 0196 0066 04057
  • Sabadell: ES31 0081 5232 2800 0108 4716 04048
  • Bankinter: ES75 0128 0010 9701 0012 1395 00087
  • Cooperativo: ES86 0198 0500 8020 2205 3421 02727
• SMS Donations: Text “HELP” to 28092 for a €1.20 donation, 38088 for €3, or 38092 for €6.

Assistance from Other Spanish Regions

Support is pouring in from beyond Valencia. In Madrid and Pozuelo de Alarcón, collection points have opened to receive tools, food, and essential items:

• Madrid: C/ Lucas Mallada, 1, local 2 (from 14:00 to 21:00)
• Pozuelo de Alarcón: C/ Segundo de Mata, Renfe Pozuelo (drop off at porter’s lodge)

As Spain braces for more potential storms, the Global  team extends gratitude to everyone assisting in these efforts. Please only travel if it is safe, and follow local advisories to stay protected.