Las Palmas de Gran Canaria lifts wind alert but maintains coastal phenomena warning

The City Council updates the Municipal Emergency Plan and recommends caution due to waves and potential flooding.

Generic image of waves crashing against a rocky coastline in the Canary Islands, with strong surf and cloudy skies.
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Generic image of waves crashing against a rocky coastline in the Canary Islands, with strong surf and cloudy skies.

The Las Palmas de Gran Canaria City Council has ended the alert for winds and the pre-alert for rain as of 09:00 AM this Thursday, November 12, although declarations for coastal phenomena, flooding, and landslides remain active.

The Council, through the General Directorate of Security and Emergencies, updates the situation of the Municipal Emergency Plan (PEMULPA) and coordinates the actions of municipal services in the face of possible incidents.
Given the ongoing declarations for coastal phenomena, it is recommended to protect homes located in areas near the coast from possible seawater intrusion. It is essential to avoid standing at the ends of piers and breakwaters, approaching areas where waves break, or remaining on exposed promenades, especially during high tide. Access to these areas for taking photographs or recording videos should also be avoided.
Furthermore, it is advisable to avoid fishing in risky locations and not to drive vehicles on roads near the beach line. Similarly, it is recommended not to swim at secluded or lesser-known beaches where local currents may exist, nor at those with a red flag, strong waves, undertow, or lacking surveillance and rescue services.
Sports and nautical activities in areas affected by the swell should be avoided, as well as beach camping while the maritime storm alert remains active. Boat owners should ensure their moorings are secured in sheltered locations.
If unusual wave activity is observed, it is recommended not to stay near the sea or approach it, even if conditions seem to improve momentarily. It is also important to warn others who may be in dangerous places. In case of observing someone falling into the water, a rope with a flotation device or any other object to hold onto should be thrown, and 1-1-2 should be notified immediately.
Based on information from the official source: Ayuntamiento de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (12/11/2026)