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Carlos Caramés (Mayor of Piélagos): «I cannot be more proud of our neighbors»
Piélagos Town Hall has sent 39 pallets of milk, food and cleaning and hygiene products for those affected by the DANA in Valencia.
The mayor, Carlos Caramés, has visited the ship where the Consistory has been storing the food and basic necessities that the residents of the municipality have been donating, through the campaign promoted by the Department of Citizen Participation and Volunteering, headed by Inmaculada Araunabeña.
Caramés has thanked the generosity of all the people who have joined this new solidarity initiative, demonstrating, once again, the municipality’s commitment to all those who, for different reasons, go through situations of need.
In this sense, he also wanted to recognize the work carried out by all the volunteers, who have attended the different delivery points enabled. both by the City Council and by the Neighborhood Councils and commercial establishments, making possible the collection and its subsequent transfer and storage until its final shipment to the Valencian Community. “At Piélagos we like to say, not without reason, that we make this municipality even bigger together.” and a good example has been the collective response that we have had in recent weeks from our neighbors to the request for help that we made to them from the City Council,” he stressed. candy.
In fact, has recognized that it is an honor to be the mayor of a municipality like Piélagos, large in size, but also in heart, where the humanity and solidarity of the people who live here have been evident, once again.
“I couldn’t be more proud of our neighbors, of all those people that individually offered to work as volunteers every day in collecting food and of all the local companies that offered to both store and transport the products, demonstrating, once again, that Piélagos is a committed municipalityalways willing to lend a shoulder and lend a hand where it is needed,” the mayor acknowledged.
Two trucks and 39 pallets
The municipal councilor explained that, due to the volume of products collected, the Piélagos City Council has had to charter own trucksince the space available in the transport provided by the Government of Cantabria was insufficient.
In fact, he stated that after loading 10 pallets of milk and food into the Government of Cantabria truck, has filled a second vehicle with 29 pallets with diapers, pads, cleaning and hygiene products that are already traveling to Valencia.
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## World Today News Exclusive Interview: Piélagos Responds to DANA Crisis
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re speaking with Mayor Carlos Caramés of Piélagos and volunteer coordinator Inmaculada Araunabeña about the incredible outpouring of support from their community for those affected by the recent DANA floods in Valencia.
**Section 1: The Spirit of Solidarity**
**Interviewer:** Mayor Caramés, your quote about Piélagos being “large in size, but also in heart” really resonated. What struck you most about the community’s response to the call for help?
**Mayor Caramés:**
(Allow space for Mayor Caramés to elaborate on the community’s response, highlight personal anecdotes, and express pride in the residents)
**Interviewer:** Ms. Araunabeña, from your vantage point coordinating the volunteer effort, what were some of the most inspiring acts of generosity you witnessed?
**Ms. Araunabeña:**
(Allow space for Ms. Araunabeña to share specific examples of volunteer dedication and the impact of their efforts)
**Section 2: The Logistics of Relief Efforts**
**Interviewer:** The article mentioned the impressive volume of goods collected. What were some of the logistical challenges you faced in organizing the transportation and distribution of these donations?
**Mayor Caramés:**
(Allow space for Mayor Caramés to discuss the logistical hurdles, including securing additional transportation, coordinating with the Government of Cantabria, and ensuring efficient distribution of the donations in Valencia)
**Interviewer:** Ms. Araunabeña, how did the network of volunteers contribute to overcoming these challenges?
**Ms. Araunabeña:**
(Allow space for Ms. Araunabeña to highlight the contributions of volunteers in managing donations, setting up collection points, and ensuring smooth operation of the relief effort)
**Section 3: Impact and Lessons Learned**
**Interviewer:** Mayor Caramés, what message do you hope the people of Valencia receive from this outpouring of support from Piélagos?
**Mayor Caramés:**
(Allow space for Mayor Caramés to articulate his message of hope, solidarity, and the shared humanity that transcends geographical boundaries)
**Interviewer:** Ms. Araunabeña, from your experience coordinating this effort, what lessons can be learned about community mobilization in times of crisis?
**Ms. Araunabeña:**
(Allow space for Ms. Araunabeña to reflect on the importance of community preparedness, the power of collaboration, and the lasting impact of selfless acts)
**Closing:**
**Interviewer:** Thank you both for your time and for sharing these inspiring stories. The response of Piélagos to the DANA crisis truly embodies the spirit of human kindness and resilience.
