Several Romanians from Spain were reported missing as a result of the floods
13 Romanians from Spain are among the dozens missing following the devastating floods in the east of the country, which have so far left at least 95 dead, the vast majority in the Valencia region. Rescue teams are resuming their search with the help of a specialized military unit, accompanied by dogs trained to search through the mud and under the rubble. The night was especially complicated for rescuing survivors, due to low temperatures, lack of electricity and drinking water. People rely on help from the authorities and look at the Red Cross.
The electoral campaign for the parliamentary elections begins at midnight
The electoral campaign for the parliamentary elections begins at midnight. For 30 days, the parties, alliances or independents entering the race for a seat in the new legislature will try to convince the electorate to give them the vote on December 1. Each competitor will choose the way to convey the message to the voters – from posters, slogans or the online campaign to meetings with citizens. However, the use for electoral purposes of vehicles inscribed or pasted with campaign slogans or images of candidates, the use of vehicles broadcasting audio materials, the organization of shows and celebrations, the use of advertising banners and meshes are prohibited.
The victims of the fire in the Colectiv club were commemorated in Bucharest
In Bucharest, the victims of the fire in the Colectiv club, nine years ago, were commemorated on Wednesday evening. 65 people died in the evening of October 30, 2015 and in the following period, in hospitals, due to burns and smoke poisoning. The club operated in a hall of the former Pionierul factory. The fireworks used during the concert ignited the sponge used for the soundproofing of the venue, and the fire spread quickly. There were 400 people in the club, and the exit was through a single door. The protests triggered after the tragedy brought into question corruption and irregularities in the institutions that should have checked the safety conditions in clubs and other public spaces. The government at the time resigned. Inquiries were opened to investigate the responsibility of the owners of the club and the local authorities; several people were convicted. Last night, photos of the deceased were placed in front of the building, relatives and friends of the victims brought candles and flowers. The government sent a message of compassion for all those who suffered or lost a loved one in the tragedy that still marks Romanian society today – nine years later.
(Adelina Boboc)
