A high-ranking official from the Generalitat Valenciana has contradicted former Justice Minister Salomé Pradas, who claimed that she was unaware of the 'Es-Alert' system until the day of the catastrophic flooding in 2024 that claimed 230 lives in Valencia. This statement is crucial, as it begins to shape the legal implications and occurs a year and a half after the disaster. Pradas had asserted that she received information about the alert at 19:00 on the day of the flooding, when the situation was dire and many lives were lost due to the overflowing water in areas like Paiporta and Catarroja.

The 'Es-Alert' system, which the official described as a "first-rate technological tool," is central to the investigation being conducted by Judge Nuria Ruiz Tobar in Catarroja. The implications of these conflicting statements by governmental officials could significantly impact the investigation’s direction and outcomes. The official's response potentially shifts blame and responsibility, calling into question the effectiveness of emergency protocols and the flow of critical information during such disasters.

As the legal proceedings advance, this case highlights the importance of accountability within government agencies during times of crisis. The ongoing investigation not only seeks to understand what went wrong during the disaster but also aims to enhance future emergency responses and communication among agencies to prevent loss of life in future catastrophic events.