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For nearly three weeks, hundreds of tiny, overlapping earthquakes have been shaking the depths beneath Mount Teide, posing a unique challenge for scientists. The Instituto Geográfico Nacional is now deploying artificial intelligence and novel correlation techniques to detect and analyse these elusive tremors in real time. Discover how cutting-edge technology is helping to decipher what is happening under Tenerife’s iconic volcano.

The iconic black sand beaches of Playa Jardín in Puerto de la Cruz have finally reopened after being shut for nearly a year due to dangerous levels of fecal bacteria. While official water tests now show it is safe for swimming, many local residents remain deeply distrustful and are avoiding the water. The closure, which cost over €2 million to fix, has left a lasting stain on the resort’s reputation.

Seismic activity in Tenerife’s Las Cañadas del Teide has significantly decreased, marking the longest pause in tremors for ten days. Scientific committees confirm no parameters suggest an increased risk of a volcanic eruption in the short or medium term. Read the full update from the emergency authorities.

Explore the stunning La Esperanza region in Tenerife, a paradise for hikers beyond the beaches. This guide details accessible circular routes with breathtaking views and provides a comprehensive checklist of essential gear for a safe and enjoyable trek, from sun protection to winter necessities.

The scientific committee of the Canary Islands Volcanic Emergency Plan has analysed seven recent seismic swarms under Mount Teide. While confirming an ongoing trend of increased anomalous activity since 2016, experts state this does not raise the probability of a volcanic eruption in the short or medium term. Read the full analysis of the tremors and what they mean for Tenerife.

La Consolación beach in the El Guincho area of Garachico, Tenerife, has been completely closed since mid-February following the partial collapse of a sea wall. Local authorities have sealed off the area for safety while they investigate ownership and the necessary repairs, hoping to reopen before summer. Hotel guests and locals are currently unable to access this part of the coastline.

The Spanish government has officially initiated the procedure to build a major new pumped hydroelectric storage plant in Güímar, Tenerife. With an investment exceeding one billion euros, the project aims to revolutionise renewable energy storage on the island while rehabilitating a scarred landscape from illegal quarries. Read on for the full details of this transformative infrastructure project.

A fifth and more intense seismic swarm has been detected near Mount Teide in Tenerife, registering around 1,000 small events. Scientific authorities, however, unanimously state there is no evidence of a short or medium-term volcanic eruption. The activity is being closely monitored for any changes.