The commission investigating the Valencia DANA summons Feijóo to testify
The parliamentary body that examines how the Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) that struck Valencia in 2023 was addressed has set the dates to hear several key witnesses. This process seeks to reconstruct the events of a catastrophe that left a tragic toll of fatalities. 📅
Calendar of testimonies before the deputies
The initial phase of gathering statements will begin with the appearance of politician Alberto Núñez Feijóo, scheduled for the morning of February 2. He is expected to detail the actions taken and the level of coordination between the different authorities during the emergency. That same day, in the afternoon, a professional from the 112 emergency service will testify, whose operational perspective will be crucial.
Upcoming appointments on the agenda:- February 2 (morning): Statement by Alberto Núñez Feijóo to explain his role and the contacts he maintained.
- February 2 (afternoon): Appearance of a technician from the 112 center, who received the first alerts.
- February 9: Testimony of a former chief of staff linked to handling this episode.
The commission's calendar seems more predictable than the arrival of a cold drop.
Purpose and scope of the investigation
The fundamental objective of this parliamentary group is to clarify precisely what happened and assess whether there were deficiencies in the institutional response. The statement of the former chief of staff, scheduled for the following week, will close this first block of testimonies from people who were on the front line.
Main goals of the process:- Determine if there were failures in the response to the catastrophe.
- Analyze the action protocols that were applied.
- Extract lessons to optimize the response to future large-scale emergencies.
A path toward clarity
This cycle of statements represents an essential step for the commission to gather firsthand information. The subsequent analysis of all the testimonies will allow the preparation of a report that not only judges what happened, but also serves to improve civil protection systems. 🛡️