Revisiting Carlos Mazón's Timeline During DANA: New Evidence Challenges Official Accounts

Recent revelations from Levante newspaper shed new light on the timeline of Carlos Mazón's activities during the DANA disaster, contradicting previous statements regarding his actions on October 29. It has been confirmed by sources within the Popular Party (PP) that journalist Maribel Vilaplana, who had lunch with the President of the Valencian Community that day, accompanied him to a location near the Palau de la Generalitat. On that fateful day, Vilaplana paid for parking at 19:47 after leaving the Glorieta Paz parking lot in downtown Valencia. This detail emerged as part of the evidence presented to Judge Nuria Ruiz Tobarra of Catarroja regarding Mazón's whereabouts during the devastation caused by heavy rainfall in the province. Early accounts from officials indicated that Mazón had arrived at the presidential headquarters around 17:00. However, subsequent claims adjusted this time to around 19:00. The latest insights, corroborated by the parking data and witness testimonies, suggest that he actually entered the Palau around 20:00. The sequence of events became even more critical as it was discovered that at 20:11, an emergency alert was issued on mobile phones across the province, notifying citizens of the severe risks associated with the ongoing rain. Tragically, by the time Mazón arrived at the Generalitat's Emergency Coordination Center in l'Eliana, the Poyo ravine had already overflowed, leading to catastrophic consequences that resulted in 229 fatalities. Vilaplana's account has added another layer of complexity to the timeline. She testified that when they parted ways in the parking lot, she remained unaware of Mazón's direction, illustrating the uncertainty surrounding his immediate actions post-lunch. Yet, emerging evidence indicates that Mazón did not enter the building until two hours after his originally stated arrival time. This new information demands a reevaluation of official narratives surrounding Carlos Mazón's response during one of the most tragic events in Valencia's recent history. As further updates unfold, scrutiny over the leadership's actions during DANA continues to intensify, shining a light on the critical need for transparency in governmental communications during emergencies. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2