Five days after devastating floods in eastern Spain killed at least 214 people, frustration with the government’s response is growing. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez pledged to improve recovery efforts by deploying 10,000 soldiers and police officers. In Valencia, hopes of finding more survivors are fading. The disaster is Europe’s worst flood-related tragedy since 1967. Angry residents in hard-hit areas, like Paiporta, expressed their discontent by throwing mud at Spain’s king, queen, and prime minister during their visit. Thousands of volunteers are aiding in rescue and cleanup efforts.

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