Yesterday, the Mayor of Arona, Fátima Lemes, expressed grave concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Chasna building in Costa del Silencio. This building, which was evacuated by court order last Tuesday, prompted fears for the safety of its occupants. As a result, the evacuation was deemed a “vital and pressing” measure.
The Aron councilor revealed that a report highlighting the structural flaws of the building, conducted by the Urban Planning division of the City Council in 2021, was never shared with Social Services. This lack of communication made it impossible to undertake preliminary work with the affected individuals until communication was received from the judicial authorities on February 6.
Fátima Lemes also highlighted that following the court’s communication confirming the structural deterioration, the City Council ceased registering individuals in the property, as the primary concern was the safety of the occupants, necessitating this action.
Noting that accommodation options are scarce during the peak tourist season, Lemes mentioned that efforts are underway from the Social Services department to offer suitable assistance to each individual affected and, where applicable, to process aid for those meeting the criteria outlined in the regulations for emergency social assistance from the Board of Social Services.
Furthermore, the Mayor reiterated that the Social Services team ensured that no child was left in a precarious situation, confirming that “all minors had alternative housing” and that “any minor found in the area after the eviction was a decision made by their family.”
The Mayor’s Office stressed that the City Council is committed to addressing the needs of individuals at risk of social exclusion in the municipality, asserting that they have, and will continue to, take action to support them.
Conversely, the Official College of Psychology in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, through its Emergency and Disaster Intervention Group, disclosed that they provided assistance to the families who were evicted to help “reduce anxiety, aggression, and frustration” during the evacuation process.
