The Government of the Canary Islands, through the General Directorate of Emergencies, updates the pre-alert situation for coastal phenomena and extends it to the entire Archipelago, starting at 09:00 hours on Sunday, January 21.
This decision is made taking into account the information available and in application of the Specific Emergency Plan of the Canary Islands for Risks of Adverse Meteorological Phenomena (PEFMA).
Poor sea conditions.
Northeast wind of force 5 – 6 (30 – 50 km/h) with large areas of force 7 (50 – 60 km/h) in the high seas between the islands of greater relief. Strong swell with areas of very rough seas in the high seas and northwest groundswell of 1 – 2 m. Combined sea swell of 2 – 3 m.
The population is urged to follow the following self-protection tips from the General Directorate of Emergencies.
How to prevent
Protect your home from possible invasion by seawater
Do not stand at the end of docks or breakwaters, and do not risk taking photos or videos near where the waves break
Avoid fishing in risk areas
Do not drive vehicles on roads near the beach line
Never swim on secluded beaches or beaches that you do not know well enough, because there may be local eddies
Avoid swimming on beaches with a red flag, in areas where there is strong waves and undertow, or that lack surveillance and rescue services
Avoid practicing sports and water sports in areas affected by groundswell and do not camp on the beach when there is an alert for sea storms
If you notice some abnormal waves, do not stay near the sea, or approach even if it suddenly calms down
If you have a boat, try to secure its mooring in a sheltered place
If you see other people in dangerous places, warn them of the danger
If you fall into the water, move away from where the waves break, ask for help and wait to be rescued
If you try to get out and are dragged by the waves, try to calm down; do not swim against the current and let yourself be carried away. Generally, coastal currents lose intensity in other sections and that is when you should swim
If you are on land and see that someone has fallen into the water, throw them a rope with a float, or any other object they can hold on to. Immediately notify 1-1-2
For any request for information, call 0-12
