Canary Islands News Archives - Page 9 of 48

Airport fuel workers to strike at Canary Islands in July

The SITCA union has announced mobilisations at several airports across the Canary Islands during the first fortnight of July as a precursor to a strike at fuel supply company CMD Aeropuertos Canarios S.L. The union has denounced a blockade in collective bargaining and the working conditions faced by employees. The affected airports are Tenerife Sur, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

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Tuesday: more clouds and light rain expected

Tuesday brings more cloud cover and a chance of light drizzle in the midlands of the western islands. Expect mostly clear skies on the eastern islands and south Gran Canaria, with calm Atlantic conditions.

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Canary Islands invests €21m in major water infrastructure upgrade

The Canarian government has launched a €21 million programme to modernise water infrastructure across the archipelago. A key project includes a new undersea pipeline to La Graciosa, ensuring a dual-supply system for the island. The investment, partly funded by European Next Generation funds, aims to reduce water loss and improve security of supply.

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Monday: steady trade winds and a calm Atlantic

A stable start to the week across the Canary Islands. Variable cloud cover in the north, light trade winds, and pleasant highs of up to 29°C. Best chance of a stray shower later on La Palma.

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El Niño returns: What it means for the Canary Islands this summer

The Canary Islands begin summer with rising temperatures and a forecast of hotter, wetter conditions than normal. The return of the El Niño phenomenon, combined with climate change, adds uncertainty to the outlook. Fire warnings are already in place as the archipelago braces for a potentially intense season.

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Stable weather returns to the Canary Islands this Sunday

Stable weather returns to the Canary Islands this Sunday with mostly clear skies and rising temperatures. Aemet forecasts highs potentially exceeding 30°C in parts of Gran Canaria and southern Fuerteventura, while winds, initially light, will strengthen through the afternoon.

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Canary Islands summer sales: optimism despite economic uncertainty

Canarian retailers are hoping to replicate last year’s strong summer sales figures despite a challenging economic backdrop. Rising uncertainty from the war in the Middle East, falling tourist numbers and tighter household budgets have slowed spending in the first half of the year. The sector remains cautiously optimistic, with many stores launching discounts from the last weekend of June.

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EU law will force phone makers to let you replace batteries

The European Union has approved new regulations requiring all phones and tablets sold in the EU to have user-replaceable batteries from 2027. The law aims to reduce electronic waste and extend device lifespan. Manufacturers will need to redesign products to allow easy battery swapping without specialist tools.

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Saturday: stable weather to close the spring

The last weekend of astronomical spring brings stable conditions across the Canary Islands. Saturday will see some high clouds over the mountainous islands, while Sunday promises clearer skies and slightly warmer temperatures. The ocean will be calm, with waves under one metre.

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Canary Islands UV risk at very high to extreme levels

The Canary Islands Health Department has issued a warning for very high to extreme ultraviolet radiation levels across the archipelago. Almost all islands are at very high risk, with areas in El Hierro and Tenerife reaching extreme levels. Health officials are urging residents and visitors to take precautions, particularly during the midday hours.

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