Following the severe floods and mudslides that ravaged the Valencia region of Spain, causing extensive damage and claiming over 150 lives, HSH Prince Albert II has expressed his heartfelt condolences to King Felipe VI and the Spanish people.
In an official message to the Spanish monarch, Prince Albert shared his sadness over the tragedy and extended his sympathies to the affected families and communities across Spain. The dispatch acknowledged the overwhelming devastation caused by torrential rains that brought over 400 liters per square meter in certain areas, resulting in catastrophic flooding and landslides.
The message reads, in part:
“Your Majesty,
It is with deep sadness that I learned of the terrible floods that have hit your country, causing so much loss of life and destruction. At this difficult time, my thoughts are with the bereaved families and the injured, as well as with all those affected by this tragedy.
On behalf of the Principality of Monaco and on my own behalf, I would like to express my solidarity with the Spanish people and our compassion for the ordeal they are going through. We salute the courage of the rescue teams and all those who are coming together to help the victims.”
Prince Albert concluded with assurances of Monaco’s support and condolences, underscoring the solidarity between the Principality and Spain in this challenging time. The floods have mobilised emergency response teams across Spain, who continue to aid in recovery efforts.
