The recording, posted by user @mancodeelite, shows how a neighbor allegedly tried to kill a tree in the capital of Tenerife by pouring diesel on its trunk. The video's author states that this is the second time such an incident has occurred and documents his own efforts to clean the affected area and prevent further damage to the tree.
This is the second time a neighbor has poured diesel on the tree to dry it out because it seems to bother them. It's the second consecutive day cleaning it with paper, because that's the only way I can, absorbing the diesel with paper and adding water and soap.
Although there is no official confirmation of the exact location, several comments on the post place the incident in the Cruz del Señor area, specifically in front of the tram stop in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This area, known for its high pedestrian traffic, has seen the incident increase concern among local residents.
The video's dissemination has generated a strong reaction among users, who have agreed that such actions could constitute a crime or a serious environmental offense against urban greenery. Calls to report the act and alert authorities, such as the Seprona or the City Council, have been frequent.
Experts and users have pointed out that damage to urban trees can lead to significant financial penalties, ranging from 1,500 to over 100,000 euros, depending on the extent of the damage and the value of the tree. In addition to fines, the responsible party could be forced to replace the tree, clean the contaminated soil, and cover the cost of planting a new one.
