The 2027 drowning prevention campaign launched in Gran Canaria warns about the hidden dangers of hotel pools for children. With 33 drowning deaths already recorded in 2026, four of them children, experts say parental distraction from mobile phones is a major factor. The campaign also highlights dangerous beaches promoted on social media.
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Friday brings more low cloud cover across the Canary Islands, especially on the northern coasts of the higher islands. Temperatures continue to drop, with maximums between 23–32°C. The Atlantic remains calm with a light ocean breeze and moderate north winds.
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The director of the ECOAQUA institute has warned about the serious impact of wastewater and brine discharges on marine life around the Canary Islands. He says the loss of coastal water quality affects biodiversity, marine habitats and the health of swimmers. Urgent action is needed from politicians and authorities.
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The Canary Islands are set to experience a welcome drop in temperatures this Friday following several days of intense heat. The Aemet forecasts a generalised decrease, particularly noticeable in the mountainous peaks of the archipelago. While the heatwave conditions are easing, it remains advisable to take precautions against the still-warm weather.
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The Canary Islands Government has confirmed the official school calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year. Here are the start dates, term times, and all the island-specific public holidays parents and students need to know.
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The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has confirmed that an Atlantic trough will bring an end to the extreme heatwave affecting the Canary Islands, with temperatures finally dropping from this Friday. Until then, the mercury will continue to soar, reaching up to 40°C in parts of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, with tropical nights making rest difficult.
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A final scorcher across the eastern islands as thermometers hit 40°C inland on Gran Canaria. Saharan dust lingers lightly. Relief arrives Thursday, with a much more humid weekend on the way.
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A Canarian content creator has filmed a rare encounter with the venomous blue dragon sea slug on a beach. Though stunningly beautiful, this small mollusc can cause skin irritation and painful symptoms similar to a Portuguese man o’ war sting.
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Air Canada will launch the first direct flights between Tenerife and Canada this October, connecting the island to Toronto and Montreal. The new year-round winter service will operate four times a week using a state-of-the-art Airbus A321XLR.
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The second heatwave of the summer hits its peak on Tuesday and Wednesday. Gran Canaria’s interior may reach 40°C, with calima blurring the horizon. Expect mostly clear skies, a light north wind, and a slight relief on the coast. Temperatures ease from Thursday.
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