The Coordination Center for Security and Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands (Cecoes 112) has reported that since the beginning of storm ‘Therese’, nearly 600 incidents have been attended to on the islands, which have been a consequence of strong winds, intense rains, and swell. In addition, six people have been injured with varying degrees of severity, according to the first reports from the emergency service.
The early hours of Saturday to Sunday, the storm ‘Therese’ unleashed intense rainfall in various areas of the westernmost islands and of Gran Canaria. The authorities have detailed that numerous alerts were registered due to flooding in homes and commercial premises, fallen branches and objects onto public roads, which generated obstructions and risks for pedestrians and drivers.
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On the mountainous islands, especially in La Palma and El Hierro, there were recorded landslides on the roads, which caused cuts and limitations on some access sections. Local authorities have worked with heavy machinery to restore traffic and ensure safety on the roads.
Alert situation and improvement forecast
While the western islands and Gran Canaria continue in alert situation due to strong winds, persistent rains and high waves, the islands of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote have moved to a situation of pre-alert, after the improvement in the meteorological forecasts for these last two.
The Cecoes 112 maintains constant monitoring and has urged the population to exercise extreme caution given the forecast of new rains and the persistence of strong winds in the coming days. Local authorities have also recommended to residents and tourists in the areas affected by the storm avoid coastal areas and not approach the beaches, due to the high risk of dangerous surf.
In order to mitigate the impacts of this meteorological phenomenon, the Government of the Canary Islands has requested the collaboration of all citizens to minimize risks, and has assured that all necessary emergency actions are being carried out to guarantee the safety and well-being of the population.