Natural disasters are not only human tragedies, but also serious challenges for businesses. According to global statistics, only 3% of small businesses survive such disasters . This data is depressing, but we believe that the situation can be changed if we draw attention to the problems and support those who are trying to restore their business.

We decided to tell the stories of entrepreneurs who faced the devastating consequences of the flood in Valencia . Each of them not only struggles with material losses, but also tries to maintain hope for the future. These articles are accompanied by photo reports that help show the reality of what is happening and find a response from those who can help.

Our first hero is Samvel, the owner of a car service in Valencia. The flood caused huge damage to his business, and now he needs help to get back to work.

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The flood caused serious damage to eight vehicles:

• Four inside the workshop (three with French numbers and one with Spanish);
• Four outside (including Mercedes, Volvo, Ford and Audi).

The condition of the workshop is also critical:

• All windows are broken and replaced with temporary screens.
• The water level reached two meters, destroying everything that was inside.
• Electrical equipment, tools and compressors became unusable.
• Two German ski lifts, each worth 10,000 euros, were damaged and their repair is questionable.
• Many things had to be thrown away immediately, as they could not be restored.

There is still water on the workshop floor and the cars are badly damaged both inside and out

Samvel acknowledges that the scale of the disaster was so great that no precautions could have prevented the damage. He understands the importance of having an emergency plan, but admits that preparing for a disaster of this scale requires significant resources that he did not have.

It is obvious that the workshop has completely ceased its activity. The doors remain open, and chaos reigns inside. All the equipment is destroyed, and the cars are unfit for repair. Samvel admits that he does not know where to start the restoration, since he does not have the funds for either repairs or renting a new premises.

Samvel and his son Eduard worked in the workshop, as is often the case in family businesses. One of the clients also lost his car, which he took out a loan to repair at Samvel's workshop, which only complicates the situation.

The main lesson, Samvel says, is that family health and safety are paramount. Despite the severe losses, he is grateful that his extended family, which includes four children and eight grandchildren, is safe. However, he also stresses the need to upgrade Valencia’s infrastructure to protect residents and businesses from future disasters.

This story highlights the importance of providing support not only in the early days after a disaster, but throughout the recovery process. Businesses like this auto repair shop need real help, from financial support to infrastructure upgrades. We hope this story will raise awareness and inspire solutions to help many family businesses and their employees get back to normal.

We would appreciate any cooperation and support, financial or otherwise, to help us get back on track as quickly as possible.

In moments of tragedy and loss, the power of community shines through. Volunteers, neighbors, ordinary people – everyone rushes to help, lending a hand to those in need. People help each other clean their homes, share water, food, blankets and words of encouragement. This unwavering spirit of solidarity reminds us that it is difficult to cope alone, but together everything is possible.

Every small contribution – every euro, every minute spent clearing rubble or supporting those who have lost everything – turns into a force that can overcome even the most difficult consequences. Community cohesion is not just words, it is the heart and soul of a city that will help it rise again and move forward, becoming stronger and more resilient than ever.

It is also important to remember that rebuilding a business is not limited to cleaning the premises. It includes buying new equipment, rebuilding supply chains and, most importantly, bringing customers back, which can take months of hard work.

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