Four months after devastating floods hit Catarroja, Spain, residents are still grappling with the aftermath.

The disaster claimed 224 lives and left homes, businesses, and schools in ruins.

Survivors like Pili Pérez, who rebuilt her hair salon with community support, describe a bittersweet recovery marked by resilience and lingering trauma.

Many blame delayed government alerts for the high death toll, with judicial investigations now validating these claims.

The judge leading the inquiry has criticized the late warnings, stating that many deaths could have been avoided.

Meanwhile, locals demand accountability from officials, including the regional president, for their handling of the crisis.

As the town slowly rebuilds, the scars of loss and unanswered questions remain.