Castillo Trans Temporarily Pauses Donation Collections for DANA Affected in Valencia

Castillo Trans, the logistics company dedicated to aiding the victims of the DANA (Drought and Storms Affecting Northern Areas) in Valencia, has announced a temporary pause on their collection of donations. This decision comes in light of the overwhelming number of goods collected and the difficulties faced by delivery points in distributing these essentials effectively.

Gloria Romera, the CEO of Castillo Trans, explained that the logistics center currently holds enough merchandise to fill over 15 trucks and that shipments will continue every 2-3 days to designated locations specified by the Generalitat. This approach aims to ensure that all contributions reach those in need without complications due to overcrowded collection points.

Reasons for the Pause

The decision to halt donations temporarily stems from several factors:

• Saturation at Delivery Points: The collection points are overwhelmed and unable to keep up with distribution. As mentioned by Romera, “with so much they have to collect, they do not have time to distribute.”
• Structured Distribution: To streamline the aid process, the company has requested intermediate donation points to pause collections as well, allowing time for the current accumulated donations to be sorted and delivered.

Future Donation Strategies

Despite the pause, Castillo Trans assures the community that their humanitarian efforts will not stop; they will continue to gather donations but in a more focused manner:

• Centralized Collections: The company will centralize future donations to ensure a more efficient distribution process.
• Specific Needs: Once immediate needs are met, future collection drives will target specific items such as furniture and construction materials, which may be essential for long-term recovery efforts.

Looking Ahead

As the situation in Valencia stabilizes, Castillo Trans aims to adapt their donation strategy to better serve the community. By addressing the need for both immediate and long-term support, they hope to assist those affected by DANA effectively.

For more details, read the full report on Diario de la Vega.