The president of the Cabildo of Lanzarote, Oswaldo Betancort, has issued a decree to activate the Island Emergency Plan of Lanzarote (PEIN) in the face of the pre-alert for adverse weather phenomena declared in the Canary Islands.
The measure, in line with the Specific Emergency Plan of the Canary Islands for Risks of Adverse Weather Phenomena (PEFMA), has as its main purpose to safeguard the safety of citizens in the face of the risk of flooding, due to an Isolated Depression at High Levels (DANA) that will affect the archipelago for several days.
Under this resolution, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024, the alert provided for in the PEIN is activated on the islands of Lanzarote and La Graciosa. Also, following the recommendations of the General Directorate of Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands, recreational, sports, educational and cultural activities will be suspended outdoors during the same hours.
President Oswaldo Betancor has urged the population to take extreme precautions and follow the following prevention measures in the face of the risk of flooding, including checking roofs, preparing basic supplies and paying attention to the instructions of local authorities and emergency services.
In addition, the president of the Security and Emergency Consortium, Francisco J. Aparicio, explains that specific recommendations have been established for the municipalities of the island, "with the aim of minimizing risks and ensuring the coordination of public and private organizations in the face of this alert situation."
The Cabildo of Lanzarote calls on the population to stay informed through official channels and follow the instructions of the competent authorities.
For more information and updates on the weather situation, you can contact the Cabildo of Lanzarote through its official communication channels.
