The Lanzarote Security and Emergency Consortium announces that, given the declaration by the General Directorate of Emergencies of the Canary Islands Government of the pre-alert situation due to strong gusts of wind during this day, it recommends suspending outdoor activities in public facilities in the western part of the island and in La Graciosa.
The municipalities of Haría, Tinajo, Teguise and Yaiza are the ones that are expected to suffer the greatest gusts of wind, so it is recommended that these municipalities take appropriate measures to guarantee safety.
For their part, the municipalities of San Bartolomé and Yaiza join the recommendations of the Consortium and also decree the closure of outdoor activities and sports facilities. In the southern municipality, the decision affects "activities planned both outdoors and indoors in municipal facilities. The City Council recommends avoiding unnecessary travel".
The Government of the Canary Islands adopts this decision based on the forecast of AEMET and/or other available sources and in application of the Specific Emergency Plan of the Canary Islands for Risks of Adverse Meteorological Phenomena (PEFMA).
In view of the communication from the Government of the Canary Islands, the Cabildo of Lanzarote recommends suspending recreational, sports, educational and cultural activities that may be held outdoors from the start of the alert situation until its end in the aforementioned areas, except for those that take place in closed facilities that guarantee the safety of the activity. It also recommends that all public or private organizations and institutions on the islands of Lanzarote and La Graciosa take extreme precautions to avoid any risk.
The Cabildo of Lanzarote invites the population to be prudent and follow the following recommendations:
Avoid cycling or handbiking on the island's roads.
Especially avoid hiking or going on excursions or camping until normality is restored.
Stay informed of the situation and weather forecasts through the different media and pay attention to the indications that are given.
If there is a wind warning, avoid leaving the house as much as possible, close and secure doors, windows and awnings to avoid drafts that could lead to broken and falling glass.
Remove pots and all objects that may fall to the street and cause an accident from windows, balconies and roofs.
Check the houses so that there are no cornices, balconies or facades in poor condition that could cause falls of rubble and debris.
Try to postpone road trips and, if you do, check the condition of the roads and take extreme precautions due to the possible presence of obstacles on the roads. The use of public transport is recommended.
If possible, avoid calling by phone, in order to avoid the lines from collapsing.
In case of emergency, do not hesitate to call 1-1-2.
For any request for information, call 012.
Self-protection measures outside:
In the city, it is advisable to stay away from old houses, cornices and walls, and avoid passing in front of buildings under construction or in poor condition. Also be aware of street furniture, scaffolding, cranes, illuminated signs, billboards or any other element that may fall or be blown away by the wind.
Avoid walking through gardens or wooded areas.
Cranes and power lines (towers, poles and cables) are also dangerous. Move away and in case of risk call 1-1-2
Refrain from climbing to high places exposed to the wind, such as scaffolding or other constructions, without adequate protection measures.
Self-protection measures if you have to travel:
Moderate your speed and hold the steering wheel with both hands and firmly to maintain control of the vehicle against gusts of wind, especially during overtaking. Maintain adequate lateral distances with other vehicles.
Drive with caution and be aware of the presence of obstacles that may have been dragged to the road by the wind.
Keep in mind that both very light vehicles (motorcycles, etc.) and large vehicles that offer great resistance to the wind (trucks, vans, vehicles with trailers or caravans) are at greater risk of leaving the road or overturning due to transverse winds. If you drive them, take extreme precautions.