A majestic 200-year-old dragon tree, a beloved symbol of Los Realejos in Tenerife, has collapsed during Storm Regina. The fall damaged six parked cars but, fortunately, caused no personal injuries. The local council is investigating the cause of the loss of this historic and botanical landmark.
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A scientific team has uncovered the first multidisciplinary evidence of hydrothermal activity in the Enmedio submarine volcano, situated deep between Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The discovery sheds new light on deep-sea volcanic processes in the Canaries and their impact on ocean chemistry and microbial life. Read the full article for details on this fascinating deep-sea discovery.
Hydrothermal Activity Discovered in Canary Islands’ Deep-Sea Volcano Read More »
Visitor numbers to Teide National Park on Tenerife have fallen by 71% in the first month of a new ecotax and booking system. The scheme has raised over €70,000 for conservation, with officials calling it an effective tool to protect the fragile environment. Read about the new security measures and how the system is working.
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Meteorologist Mario Picazo highlights El Hierro’s pioneering energy model, which can meet 100% of the island’s electricity needs through renewables. The Gorona del Viento plant uses an ingenious wind and hydro system to act as a giant natural battery. This makes El Hierro an international benchmark for sustainability and energy self-sufficiency.
El Hierro: The Canary Island Powered 100% by Renewables Read More »
A 62-year-old hiker was airlifted to safety after suffering a fall on the challenging Caldera Blanca route in Lanzarote. Emergency services mounted a complex aerial rescue operation due to the difficult terrain. The woman was taken to hospital for assessment and treatment.
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Tenerife’s council is spending €3.5 million on private security to patrol Teide National Park, Spain’s most visited national park. Eleven rural guards will be deployed from 1st April to manage the environmental pressure from millions of annual visitors. The new service aims to protect the park’s integrity and respond to emergencies.
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The Canary Islands are set to launch their own satellite constellation to monitor wildfires, volcanic activity, and climate change effects. The project, led by Telespazio Ibérica, will see three satellites launched in 2028, following a test satellite in 2027. It promises to revolutionise emergency management and create dozens of local jobs in Tenerife.
Canary Islands’ Satellite Constellation to Launch by 2028 Read More »
A body has been discovered in the area of the Mirador de Hilda in Masca, Tenerife, during a search operation for a missing German woman. The search began on Thursday afternoon and involved multiple emergency services. Authorities believe the body is that of the missing woman, pending autopsy results.
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A wave of citizen-led energy communities is sweeping Tenerife, driven by the desire to cut electricity bills and foster environmental sustainability. With ten already established and twenty more in development, these initiatives are transforming how the island produces and consumes power. Read on to learn how these cooperatives work and the benefits they bring to local residents and businesses.
Energy Communities Surge in Tenerife, Cutting Bills and Emissions Read More »
A top volcanologist has moved to reassure the public that recent seismic activity on Tenerife does not point to a short or medium-term eruption risk. He explains that multiple warning signs, currently absent, would need to coincide for an eruption to be likely. The full article details the scientific parameters being monitored and compares the current situation to a similar event two decades ago.
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