In Paiporta, Spain, an angry crowd hurled mud and yelled 'murderers' at King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez during their visit to flood-hit areas.

The incident forced officials to cut short their visit amidst public fury over the handling of what has become Spain's deadliest flood in decades.

The floods in the Valencia region have claimed over 213 lives, with emergency services fearing further increases as they continue to clear vehicles and debris.

The disaster was triggered last Tuesday by a storm that scientists link to climate change, which brings increased severity to such events.

The Spanish government has deployed an unprecedented number of military and security forces in the region to assist with recovery efforts.

Criticism mounts over delayed warnings and responses, especially directed at Valencia's regional head Carlos Mazon.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia attempted to pacify the crowd for an hour before leaving, while PM Sanchez acknowledged the inadequacy of current efforts.

Rain forecasts remain dire, with up to 100 liters per square meter expected, prompting warnings of further potential flooding.

Volunteer efforts continue, though officials urge caution in travel due to severely damaged infrastructure.