The decision to go ahead with the race on Dec 1, just a month after the raging waters killed 222 people, has sparked controversy. Critics say it is too soon, while businesses are welcoming a tourism boost that could help recovery.

Tribute to victims of deadly Spain floods in Valencia Residents pay tribute to the victims of the deadly Valencia floods in Alfafar, Spain, by setting off their mobile phone ringers at the exact time of when an alarm message was sent on that catastrophic day one month ago.

Families and teachers protested in Valencia on Saturday to demand action over schools damaged by the deadly floods that killed over 220 people in eastern Spain and affected thousands of children's education.