The 112 Canarias emergency coordination center has issued an urgent warning about the situation on the TF-12, the road connecting San Andrés with La Laguna, crossing the Anaga massif. The presence of unexpected obstacles on the roadway is causing traffic jams and a dangerous situation for road users.
The fall of large branches onto the road, a phenomenon often caused by local wind gusts or the state of vegetation after recent weather conditions, has required immediate intervention to ensure road safety. Circulation is interrupted or very slow in the sections most affected by the fallen vegetation.
“"All drivers planning to travel on the Northern road between San Andrés and La Laguna are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid getting caught in traffic jams."
Workers from the Tenerife Cabildo's Road Conservation department have already been dispatched to the area to remove the forest debris. However, cleanup efforts could be prolonged, depending on the extent of the damage and the stability of adjacent trees. Meanwhile, the Traffic Civil Guard is supervising the area to manage vehicle flow and prevent accidents caused by unexpected obstacles on curves.
The TF-12 is one of the island's roads with the most curves and uneven terrain, which multiplies the danger of collisions or run-off-road incidents when any object is on the asphalt. Fallen branches not only block passage but can also cause serious material damage to vehicles traveling at that precise moment. Therefore, the recommendation for “extreme caution” is not merely a suggestion but an operational necessity to prevent further harm.
Regular drivers of this route are well aware of the complexity of Anaga, where humidity and wind can weaken the branches of laurel trees and other native species lining the road. On this occasion, the accumulation of debris has been sufficient to force these traffic cuts on the TF-12, affecting both residents and tourists heading to the area's trails or returning to the metropolitan area.
