The article centers on Salomé Pradas, a former councilor in Valencia, Spain, who was responsible for emergency management during devastating floods. Pradas admitted to the judge that she lacked the knowledge and experience to handle the crisis, claiming she was unprepared for the role and lacked the necessary skills to assess information and mobilize teams. She also shifted responsibility to her subordinates and state agencies.
Pradas's actions led to her dismissal 22 days after the flood by President Carlos Mazón. The article highlights the political and personal costs she faced, including public criticism and potential legal ramifications. The judiciary's investigation is ongoing, and the article questions political responsibility in appointing individuals ill-equipped for their roles. It further points out the frequent practice of politicians shifting blame to public servants.
The article criticizes the practice of politicians shifting blame onto civil servants and raises concerns about the lack of accountability. It concludes by emphasizing public outrage and astonishment at Pradas's handling of the crisis, questioning her suitability for the position, and highlighting the human cost of her actions.