In recent days, large-scale fires have broken out in various regions of Spain, causing significant damage to homes, cars, and businesses. The autonomous communities of Castile and León, Galicia, and Madrid have been particularly hard hit. In response, the Spanish Consumers Association has proposed designating the affected areas as disaster zones, which would help speed up the process of obtaining compensation and government support for residents.
Granting disaster zone status would allow victims to seek payouts from the Insurance Compensation Fund. This is especially crucial for those who have lost all their property because of the fire. If approved, the measure would provide assistance not only to individuals but also to business owners whose enterprises have been destroyed or damaged.
The Consumers Association has already set up a special channel for citizen inquiries, where people can get advice on insurance and filing claims. Residents are advised to carefully review their insurance policies to make sure they have the necessary coverage and that the information about their property values is up to date.
If it becomes necessary to file a claim, association specialists are ready to help with the documentation and explain the process for contacting insurance companies. If needed, the organization’s lawyers can represent the interests of victims when dealing with the Compensation Fund or insurance companies.
Consumers are advised to keep all evidence of damage: take photos of damaged belongings, make a detailed list of lost property, and not dispose of any remnants before the expert arrives. This will help speed up the claims review process and receiving compensation.
The recent fires have once again highlighted the need for timely property insurance and careful attention to policy terms. Authorities and public organizations continue to support victims and restore normal life in the affected areas.
