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Legal Loophole Lets Fuerteventura Quarry Operate in Protected Zone

A major legal battle is unfolding in Fuerteventura, where a company has operated a quarry for years within a designated bird protection area due to a bureaucratic delay. The courts have ruled in the firm’s favour, but the final environmental decision is now pending. Read about the complex clash between industry, jobs, and conservation on the Canary Island.

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La Palma’s New Volcanic Landscape to Become Protected Parkland

A new law project aims to expand La Palma’s Cumbre Vieja Natural Park to include the 2021 eruption’s volcanic cone and lava flows. Two new nature reserves will also be created to protect the northern and southern lava deltas. The public now has 20 working days to review the plans and submit feedback.

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Earthquakes Continue to Rumble Across the Canary Islands

Seismic activity continues across the Canary Islands, with several tremors recorded this week, including one near Vilaflor in Tenerife. While most are minor, authorities advise residents and visitors to be prepared. Read on for the latest data and essential safety tips from the National Geographic Institute.

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Gran Canaria Expands ‘Firefighter Goats’ Grazing Scheme

The island council of Gran Canaria has launched a new three-year tender for livestock farmers to manage strategic public land through grazing. This pioneering environmental service, part of the Gran Canaria Mosaico strategy, pays farmers for using their herds to reduce flammable vegetation and prevent major wildfires. Read how these ‘firefighter goats’ are shaping a more resilient landscape.

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Tenerife’s Offshore Wind Farms Face Local Opposition

Three proposed offshore wind farms in southeast Tenerife, promising 72.3MW of green energy, are meeting strong resistance from local fishing communities and councils. The projects, named Mencey, Granadilla, and Primavera, are seen as a threat to fishing grounds and the coastal landscape. Read about the clash between renewable energy goals and local livelihoods.

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Ancient Stone Sickle Found in Gran Canaria’s Sacred Mountains

Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in a cave on Roque Bentayga, Gran Canaria: a 900-year-old stone tool used as a sickle for harvesting cereals. This find provides the earliest direct evidence of cereal harvesting with lithic tools in the Canary Islands, challenging previous assumptions about ancient agricultural practices. The remarkably preserved cave granary has yielded 46 stone tools, offering an unprecedented window into the lives of the island’s pre-Hispanic inhabitants.

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Tenerife Capital Creates Commission for Volcanic Eruption Plan

The mayor of Santa Cruz de Tenerife has decreed the creation of a technical commission to implement an action plan for a potential volcanic eruption. While the direct risk from lava is low in the capital, the city would play a key logistical and humanitarian role. Read the full details of the new contingency strategy.

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Private Security in Teide National Park Deemed Illegal

The Association of Forest and Environmental Agents of the Canary Islands has declared the use of private security in Teide National Park illegal. They argue it constitutes a usurpation of public functions and are considering legal action. Read the full story on the escalating dispute over who should protect Tenerife’s iconic natural space.

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What You’re Really Breathing During a Calima Episode

A scientific expert reveals that calima is far more than just dust, containing fine particles, metals, and microbes that can seriously affect health. The article details the real risks to respiratory and cardiovascular systems, separating fact from perception. Learn what precautions to take when the next episode arrives.

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Teide’s Inner Turmoil: Expert Explains Recent Seismic Activity

A leading geologist explains the recent seismic unrest beneath Mount Teide, ruling out a short-term eruption while detailing the complex interaction of magmas beneath Tenerife. The article explores potential eruption scenarios and the crucial lessons learned from the 2021 La Palma volcano event. Read the full analysis to understand the science behind the island’s volcanic activity.

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