In anticipation of strong winds and coastal phenomena associated with Storm 'Charles', the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria City Council has activated a contingency plan and adopted various preventive measures. The coordination meeting, chaired by Security Councilor Josué Íñiguez, included participation from other municipal departments to ensure a response to potential incidents.
Planned actions include reviewing trees, inspecting walls and enclosures at educational centers, monitoring ravines, and carrying out preventive work on the sanitation network. Furthermore, all outdoor sports and recreational activities organized or authorized by the City Council at Las Canteras beach and its waters will be suspended from Wednesday, November 11, until further notice. The ficus tree at the hermitage of San Nicolás de Bari will also be fenced off, and terraces will be prohibited on San Bernardo street.
Councilor Josué Íñiguez urged the public to 'exercise extreme caution and stay informed through official channels.' The Security and Emergency Service will maintain the wind alert and activate the coastal phenomena alert from 6:00 PM this Tuesday. The Municipal Emergency Plan (PEMULPA) is active for monitoring and coordinating services.
Southwest wind gusts are expected to reach or exceed 90 km/h, with maximums of 100 km/h and records potentially exceeding 110 km/h in the peaks. Sea conditions will be rough, with waves of three to four meters, particularly along the northern, northwestern, western, and southern coastlines. Citizens are urged to exercise extreme caution on the coast, avoid access to piers, breakwaters, and exposed promenades, and refrain from swimming at beaches with red flags or strong surf.
The City Council has also declared a pre-alert for rain and floods, and for landslides. It is recommended to close doors and windows, remove objects from balconies and rooftops, and avoid walking in parks and wooded areas. Postponing outdoor activities and exercising extreme caution while driving are advised, especially for large vehicles and motorcycles.
