The emergency situation declared by the forest fire in Segorbe has necessitated the coordination of a reception plan in Bétera and Olocau. Residents of Gátova were informed via an ES-Alert to head towards Olocau-Bétera via the CV-25.
The mayor of Bétera, Elia Verdevío, has confirmed that the first 60 residents are already en route, with a bus collecting them. Everything is expected to be ready for their accommodation within an hour.
The evacuees will initially be accommodated at the municipal sports center, where Cruz Roja (Red Cross) is finalizing the reception arrangements. The City Council also plans to utilize the sports center's multipurpose hall and Social Rights rooms. Additionally, the pabellón at the Mas Camarena resort has been offered as a potential alternative space.
A local residence has committed to preparing meals for approximately 20 people and hosting two individuals with special needs. The mayor highlighted the significant involvement of Cruz Roja, municipal workers, and private citizens.
Verdevío indicated that the facilities can be expanded based on needs, estimating that Bétera could accommodate between 1,000 and 2,000 people. Although Gátova has just over 450 registered inhabitants, its population triples during the summer.
The mayor of Olocau, Antonio Ropero, described the situation as "complicated" and confirmed the transfer of Gátova residents to Bétera, emphasizing the efforts of the involved services.
In Llíria, Mayor Paco Gorrea stated that while they do not expect displaced individuals, the municipality is prepared with its multipurpose center, food supplies, and municipal brigades should the need arise.
