Valencia, November 13, 2024 // In a heartbreaking turn of events, the bodies of Izan and Rubén Matías, two young children swept away during the devastating DANA floods in Torrent, were found lifeless near Catarroja, several kilometers from the place where they disappeared. The family, after days of agony, shared a poignant message: “Our little angels are now resting from heaven. »
The boys, aged 3 and 5, went missing two weeks ago when torrential rains caused by DANA (Isolated High Level Depression) hit their Torrent neighborhood. It was an unforeseen tragedy: the children were in their house when a container transported by a passing trailer broke loose and crashed violently into the room they were occupying. The impact sent Izan and Rubén into the raging waters, triggering a desperate response. search throughout the region.
Their disappearance mobilized not only local emergency teams, including the Spanish Military Emergency Unit (UME), but also community members and specialist rescue groups from around the world. Among the most notable were “Los Topos Aztecas”, a team of renowned Mexican rescuers, who joined the effort despite the daunting conditions, and who worked and were assisted by rescue workers. Scientology Volunteer Ministers who provided logistical support and assisted, along with many other citizen groups, in the ongoing search operation.
Despite daily searches, hopes of finding the children alive slowly dwindled as the days passed. The area has been searched several times, with experts estimating the possible path of floodwaters in order to find the missing boys. Extensive searches reached a tragic conclusion yesterday when the two bodies were found together, several miles downstream from the house they had been playing in.
The story of Izan and Rubén has captured the hearts of many, highlighting both the fragility of life in the face of natural disasters and the extraordinary efforts people are willing to make in times of crisis. Rescue teams worked day and night, braving muddy waters and unpredictable weather conditions, hoping against hope for a miracle that never happened.
Among the various organizations that provided assistance, the role of “Los Topos Aztecas” stood out for its courage, with the arrival of the experienced Mexican team. Spain as soon as news of the disaster spread. Their dedication was matched by that of “Scientology Volunteer Ministers,” who provided crucial coordination, distributing resources and assisting families and teams on the ground.
Although the outcome was tragic, the collective response to Izan and Rubén’s disappearance is a testament to the humanity that surfaces in times of need. Local residents, professional rescue units and international teams all worked tirelessly together, exemplifying a community united by love and compassion. Although the children could not be saved, the dedication of those involved brought closure to the grieving family.
“Our hearts are broken, but we will be forever grateful to those who never stopped looking for our boys,” a tearful family member said. As Valencia mourns the loss of these two young lives, the community’s resilience serves as a reminder that even in the midst of devastation, people come together, strangers turned allies in the fight against despair.
Originally published in The European Times.
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