Furious protestors throw mud and scream 'KILLER' at King of Spain on visit to flood-stricken Valencia
Watch: Footage of Spanish supermarket after Spain's worst flash floods in decades
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Furious protestors have thrown mud and screamed 'killer' at the King of Spain amid a visit to the flood-stricken districts of Valencia.
The crowd heckled King Felipe with shouts as he made his first visit to one of the hardest-hit towns today.
Other chants were reportedly heard, including "Get out! Get out!" and "Killers!"
Some protesters hurled objects and mud at the royal, and police had to step in to hold back the large crowds.
King Felipe VI of Spain was heckled by an angry mud-throwing crowd during his to the food-hit region, near Valencia.
Reuters
More than 200 people died after a year's worth of rain fell in a day, and authorities expect to recover more bodies as they keep searching for victims under layers of mud.
There have been protests by local people about the lack of support and warning from the authorities, as thousands of homes and businesses have been destroyed by Spain's deadliest flash flood in decades.
Locals have gathered with brooms and cleaning equipment to clean up the mud that has covered the streets.
The King and Queen of the country have suspended their planned visit to Chiva, another area hit by floods earlier this week, according to local reports.
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Some protesters hurled objects and mud at King Felipe VI of Spain
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Spanish officials say Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez had to be evacuated from the town of Paiporta earlier this afternoon following local protests.
There is reportedly an overwhelming sense of solidarity and collective support amongst locals who have now directed their anger towards the authorities and the Spanish royal family.
Spanish authorities continue to search for people still missing in the Valencia region, with the Spanish Civil Guard saying it has deployed more staff.
In a statement on social media, Valencian President Carlos Mazon said he understands the public's anger.
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain have suspended their planned visit to Chiva, another area hit by floods earlier this week, according to local reports.
Reuters
Translated into English, he wrote: "I understand the social indignation, and of course, I will stay to receive it.
"It is my political and moral obligation. The King's attitude this morning has been exemplary."
Spain's national weather agency, AEMET, has issued a red weather warning for parts of southern Valencia for the next few hours.
It is reported that passing intense thunderstorms could produce another 90mm of rain in the space of an hour.
The AEMET warning covers the cities of Alzira, Cullera and Gandia.
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