In the wake of the catastrophic floods in Valencia, the Matías family has become emblematic of a broader tragedy, with two young boys, Izan and Rubén, still missing after the disaster claimed at least 219 lives. The boys’ father, Victor Matías, recounts the harrowing moment as the floodwaters surged, ultimately sweeping his children away despite his desperate efforts to save them. As rescue teams struggle to locate the missing boys, frustration grows over the delayed emergency response. The heartbreaking saga has resonated deeply across Spain, highlighting both personal and collective loss in this devastating event.