SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE, 17 December (EUROPA PRESS) –
On Tuesday, the Cabildo de Tenerife lifted the Tenerife Island Emergency Plan (PEIN) and advises the public to exercise extreme caution when engaging in mountain activities due to the possibility of falling trees and branches.
Consequently, the use of recreational and camping areas is permitted, as well as the passage along forest trails and paths, and foot access to the trails of Teide National Park – in accordance with its regulations – and the Masca Ravine.
The Minister of Natural Environment, Sustainability, Security and Emergencies, Blanca Pérez, stated in a release that following the numerous incidents caused by the storm ‘Dorothea’, there is a “return to normality, but caution is still necessary when travelling through mountainous areas and paths”.
Pérez further mentioned that on Monday she assisted in the repairs of the Aguamansa Canal and managed to transport approximately 1,600 pipes out of the usual 1,800.
“Today work is underway on the Vergara Canal, and by the end of the day, we anticipate that the situation will be rectified and the Aguamansa Canal will operate normally,” she explained.
Additionally, she noted that the issues with electricity supply that impacted around 10,000 individuals on Sunday night have been resolved.
In this context, Blanca Pérez commended the efforts of all companies and organisations for restoring electricity as swiftly as possible, considering the challenges posed by wind gusts exceeding 100 km/h.
Following the passage of the winds, the Canary Islands are currently under a pre-alert for haze, primarily affecting the southern slope.
The haze may reduce visibility to below 3,000 metres and could pose health risks for those with chronic respiratory conditions.
Thus, the recommendations for the public are as follows: keep doors and windows closed and refrain from going outside if you have chronic respiratory illnesses; ensure you have your usual medication; stay hydrated and avoid dry environments; refrain from vigorous physical activity for the duration of this situation, and consult a physician if you feel unwell.
Under these circumstances, visibility is notably diminished, and the Cabildo advises that if driving is necessary, extreme caution should be exercised, including turning on headlights and reducing speed.
