© 2025 EmCan Media - Hosted By canaryfone A man has been arrested by the Guardia Civil on suspicion of killing his father in a brutal attack that took place on Wednesday afternoon in the south of Tenerife The incident took place in the coastal municipality of San Miguel de Abona specifically in the area near Golf del Sur the suspect allegedly first stabbed the victim with a knife before hitting him over the head with a rock The attack took place shortly after 7:00pm in San Blas at the mouth of a ravine separating the Golf del Sur development from the nearby village of Los Abrigos The assault happened in a public area and was reported to authorities by witnesses to the attack Both the suspect and the victim are reported to be of Dutch origin Investigators believe the suspect is homeless residing in a cave or makeshift shelter near the scene of the incident The case is being investigated by the Territorial Judicial Police Team of South Tenerife along with the Guardia Civil’s Crimes Against Persons Unit in Santa Cruz de Tenerife Forensic experts from the Criminalistics Laboratory also attended the scene to gather evidence The motive behind the killing remains unclear and investigators are working to establish the events leading up to the fatal confrontation Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the victim was the suspect’s biological father or stepfather The Guardia Civil continues its inquiry as the suspect remains in custody A new €60 million luxury housing development for Amarilla Golf in San Miguel de Abona has been unveiled by Grupo Médano making it its most ambitious project to date aims to "elevate the image of Tenerife," with over 100 high-end properties highlighted the project’s blend of modernity and sustainability leveraging industrialised construction methods to minimise carbon emissions and reduce build times He described the project as a pivotal step in establishing Tenerife as a destination that competes in quality with renowned luxury hotspots like Marbella The development caters to a discerning clientele seeking exclusivity Supporting Economic Growth and Sustainability The unveiling event took place at Amarilla Golf’s clubhouse and was attended by industry leaders and local officials including San Miguel de Abona's Urban Planning Councillor emphasising its potential to generate employment and position the municipality as a premium destination positions it as an attractive destination for both residents and tourists The development is expected to enhance Tenerife’s appeal among high-net-worth individuals while contributing to the island’s long-term sustainability goals The Tenerife Cabildo has approved an 18-million-euro fund specifically for municipal projects aimed at improving and optimising essential infrastructures in tourist areas called the Tourism Regeneration Strategy (Pier) Funds are available to the local councils in tourist areas from now until 2027 for landscaping The goal is to have improved and maintained areas for both tourists and residents as well as to restore the landscape and identity of the destinations on the island One of the municipalities in the south of Tenerife that hopes to benefit from this fund is San Miguel de Abona expressed his satisfaction with the announcement: “We are pleased that the Cabildo has heeded our requests to undertake more actions in our tourist areas This will further enhance the destination's value This investment is expected to significantly bolster the attractiveness and functionality of tourist zones in San Miguel de Abona promoting a more enjoyable and sustainable environment for visitors and locals The south of Tenerife is set to see a significant expansion in social housing with 400 new affordable homes planned across its most populated municipalities Half of these residences will be built in San Miguel de Abona following the transfer of two plots of land in Amarilla Golf and Llano del Camello only 11 homes are currently under construction in Granadilla de Abona The Canary Islands Housing Institute (ICAVI) part of the regional government's Department of Public Works had initially started the process for constructing 199 social housing units in the area This figure has now doubled after ICAVI confirmed its acceptance of the development plan and the free transfer of two new plots in San Miguel de Abona stated that approximately 200 new homes will be built in these two areas as part of the Canary Islands Housing Plan The project is intended exclusively for rental purposes to help more families access affordable housing Municipal authorities expect the development phase to be completed this year A key aspect of the land transfer is that in accordance with housing legislation residents registered in San Miguel de Abona will be given priority when applying for these public housing units and in between Calle Mencey de Güímar and Avenida Lucio Díaz Flores Feo in Llano de Camello described the land transfer as a "crucial opportunity" to address the increasing demand for housing in southern Tenerife we are taking a decisive step in tackling the housing emergency affecting many residents of the Canary Islands ensuring access to dignified and affordable homes," he stated The Canary Islands Housing Plan also includes 11 public housing units currently under construction in La Jurada The project was fast-tracked under an emergency procedure which is the second most populated in southern Tenerife after Arona ICAVI has approved the contract award for the design and construction of 59 additional public housing units These will be distributed across two locations: 47 homes in Cho Portada and 12 in Poncela These developments will include essential infrastructure such as electrical installations The Public Works Department of the Canary Islands Government is also advancing projects funded by the European Union’s Next Generation initiative ICAVI has already awarded contracts for the design of an additional 60 homes in Arona A 70-year-old holidaymaker was injured yesterday after suffering a fall while hiking in Montaña Amarilla located in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona The Emergency Services Coordination Centre (CECOES) reported that the incident happened at approximately 2:30pm which is when the emergency call centre received an alert stating that a German man required medical assistance after falling and being unable to continue their route CECOES immediately activated the necessary emergency resources to assist at the scene firefighters successfully carried out the rescue and carried the injured man on a stretcher to medical personnel for assessment who had sustained a moderate lower limb injury was transported by ambulance to Hospiten Sur for further medical care the Guardia Civil took charge of the necessary formalities related to the incident The authorities are investigating a fire that broke out in the early hours of yesterday morning (Monday) at a Korean restaurant in the Alegría Commercial Centre in Las Chafiras quickly spread to several other businesses within the complex along with officers from the San Miguel Local Police were deployed to extinguish the flames and secure the area the cause of the fire remains undetermined and the authorities are urging caution regarding speculation San Miguel de Abona’s Local Police stated that "any premature information could interfere with the investigation Despite the lack of an official statement on the origin of the fire witnesses suggest that the incident may have started inside the kitchen of one of the establishments Authorities have yet to confirm any hypothesis and have requested patience while they continue to gather information A 49-year-old male resident of San Miguel de Abona has been arrested by the Guardia Civil accused of starting three forest fires in Tenerife The fires occurred in the early hours of August 15th between the towns of Vilaflor and San Miguel revealed that the suspect allegedly ignited one forest fire and attempted to start two more in the same area The investigation was a collaborative effort involving the Nature Protection Service (SEPRONA) and the Central Operational Unit for the Environment (UCOMA) of the Guardia Civil which sent over personnel from Madrid to assist The aim was to clarify the series of forest fires that plagued the island since the summer of 2023 A crucial element of the investigation was the Criminal Behaviour Analysis Section of the Guardia Civil which developed an "arsonist profile." This profile suggested that the suspect's motivation was likely impulsive or "senseless," aligning with typical arsonist behaviour The Vilaflor Local Police also played a significant role in the investigation aiding the Guardia Civil in apprehending the suspect and gathering evidence The arrest brings hope for increased vigilance and prevention of future incidents as Tenerife continues to combat the threat of forest fires The authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to help protect the island's natural resources The southern region of Tenerife has experienced a remarkable population boom since the year 2000 according to the latest data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) local municipalities suggest the actual figure may now exceed 190,000 residents since then one of the major tourism hubs with the highest concentration of hotel accommodation on the island has seen the most significant population growth Its resident count surged from 14,007 at the start of the century to 50,167 Other southern municipalities also show sharp growth going from 7,315 residents in 2000 to 22,606 today Granadilla de Abona’s population grew by 170% the most populous municipality in the south of Tenerife saw a 121% increase from 38,416 to 85,249 residents with its population increasing by 116% to reach 28,694 the southern region now boasts a population of 317,000 Experts attribute this population surge in the south to strong migration trends driven by job opportunities in the tourism industry with prohibitively high rental and purchase prices The demographic profile in the South is generally younger compared to the northern and metropolitan areas helping offset the overall decline in birth rates on the island Contrasting Trends in Santa Cruz and La Laguna have seen a near 120% population increase (adding 170,834 residents since 2000) The capital has lost 5,737 residents over the past two decades with the current population standing at 209,395 the neighbouring municipality of La Laguna has shown significant growth bringing its population from 126,543 to 159,034 today This population shift highlights the growing appeal of the southern part of Tenerife as a place of residence driven largely by its economic opportunities and younger demographic profile Construction has started on new bus stops in the areas of Las Chafiras and Oroteanda designed to enhance service for TITSA bus routes and improve access from the Las Chafiras Industrial Estate via the Gomero roundabout part of a broader effort by the Government of the Canary Islands involves an investment of over €40,000 and is located on the left side of the TF-652 road which connects Las Chafiras to Las Galletas explained that these developments are part of ongoing work to strengthen the link between Las Chafiras and Oroteanda in San Miguel de Abona where extensive roadworks have been going on for almost three years Although the bus stop on the right side of the road was previously completed causing issues with accessibility and service efficiency The current construction aims to resolve these problems by creating a platform at the bus stop providing a comfortable and safe waiting area with essential features like seating The project also includes installing a tactile warning strip along the kerb and ensuring a seamless flow of foot traffic by connecting the new platform with the pavement the absence of a left-side stop created gaps in the service Eulalia García noted that the Tenerife Cabildo has allocated €1.8 million this year for maintaining and enhancing public transport infrastructure across the island improvements have been made to busy bus stops like El Fraile which serves over 300,000 passengers annually where roofing and rainwater drainage systems have been upgraded Although the proposed southern train for Tenerife remains on paper for now major steps forward have been taken and the Cabildo is committed to making it a reality They have deemed the project "irreplaceable" and are working alongside the Ministry of Transport to secure funding The aim is to have the train operational within the next decade making it the third most-used commuter rail system in Spain The first phase of the project will focus on the southern section connecting San Isidro with Tenerife South Airport and Costa Adeje The railway will connect Santa Cruz with Costa Adeje spanning 79.7 kilometres and crossing seven municipalities: El Rosario where the first station will be located at Santa María del Mar-Añaza-Acorán Then the train will continue to Los Cristianos before reaching its final stop in Costa Adeje will include an interchange with parking facilities These interchanges will be built either above ground or underground Above-ground stations will include passenger buildings and vestibules located beside one of the platforms with either an underpass (San Isidro) or an overpass (Candelaria) for crossing the tracks Underground stations will feature vestibules above the platform areas The train line will include several tunnels and false tunnels The first tunnel on the southbound route will be situated outside Santa Cruz The estimated cost of this tunnel exceeds €67 million the route to Candelaria will pass through two consecutive tunnels: Radazul Tunnel the train will travel underground to cross the TF1 Small tunnels and false tunnels will be encountered along the route to Tenerife South Airport in section six at La Oroteanda and the Llano del Camello industrial area a tunnel of approximately two kilometres will be constructed will be located at Montaña de Guaza The final section to Costa Adeje will also include tunnel segments the railway will incorporate 17,483 metres of tunnels The project plans for the train to reach a maximum speed of 220 kilometres per hour though it will travel at reduced speeds in Santa Cruz and near interchanges with an end-to-end journey time of 39 minutes The council estimates that the train will carry 175,000 passengers per kilometre making it six times more frequently used than the Seville commuter service and up to 47 times more than Cantabria’s equivalent the public company Metropolitano de Tenerife was awarded the contract to update the environmental impact assessment for the project The company has until May to complete the update after which the document will be reviewed by the relevant authorities and subject to public consultation and approval processes The Cabildo anticipates that the first phase of construction could be contracted by the end of 2027 with the entire project expected to be completed by 2031 Further sections of the network will be developed thereafter The American hospitality giant Hyatt Hotels has increased its investment in Canary Islands with the acquisition of three hotels in Tenerife for €120 million This purchase reinforces Hyatt’s commitment to the archipelago taking advantage of the region’s lucrative tourism market The three properties were previously owned by the British investment fund Blantyre Capital which had acquired them in 2020 from Gema Hoteles for €50 million later investing an additional €20 million in renovations According to the hotel industry magazine Expansión the new hotels now under Hyatt’s ownership are: were already under Hyatt’s management but this acquisition marks a significant step towards full ownership Hyatt’s Portfolio in the Canary Islands Hyatt continues to expand its footprint across the Canary Islands The group's growing portfolio in the archipelago now includes: This acquisition highlights Hyatt’s confidence in the Canary Islands thriving tourism industry securing a stronger presence in one of Spain’s most sought-after holiday destinations The Las Chafiras motorway junction in San Miguel de Abona has been undergoing significant roadworks aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing congestion since October 2022 with an investment of approximately €23.6 million involves replacing the old bridge with an elevated roundabout over the TF-1 motorway This new interchange is designed to enhance connectivity between the TF-65 road and other key routes leading to major destinations like Las Américas and Santa Cruz the San Miguel Council announced that the last section of the slip road on the southbound carriageway is opening tomorrow which will allow drivers to join the TF-1 motorway directly after the roundabout This will ease traffic on the Llano de Camella side of the motorway at the main roundabout and at the new Oroteanda junction as there will now be two ways to exit and join the TF-1 instead of one the construction of the elevated roundabout commenced starting with the installation of pillars on both sides of the motorway and in the central reservation This phase required the demolition of the existing bridge that connected the two sides of Las Chafiras the Tenerife Cabildo announced modifications to traffic flow on the TF-65 in Las Chafiras to facilitate the construction of the third lane on the TF-1 motorway particularly between San Isidro and Las Americas These changes were necessary to accommodate the initial earthworks for new access ramps leading to the Chafiras overpass a major demolition operation was carried out to remove one of the bridges on the southern Tenerife motorway at Las Chafiras This was part of the efforts to alleviate traffic congestion in the area To minimise disruptions during the holiday season the Canary Islands' Department of Public Works and Mobility rescheduled ongoing roadworks at the Las Chafiras interchange in October 2024 This decision aimed to ensure that local residents and businesses especially those in the nearby industrial estate would not be adversely affected during the Christmas period with the new elevated roundabout partially operational it is expected to significantly improve traffic flow and capacity benefiting both residents and visitors traveling through this crucial junction in Tenerife's southern region A 93-year-old man lost his life yesterday (Tuesday) in a serious road accident in the south of Tenerife when his vehicle veered off the road and plunged over the edge of a ravine and landed on an uninhabited building According to reports from the emergency services (112) the incident occurred on Calle Fermín Pérez in San Miguel de Abona at around 1:20pm when the man allegedly lost control of his Toyota pickup truck Emergency responders arrived at the scene of the accident to find the man unconscious and trapped inside the vehicle Firefighters were required to extricate him from the wreckage SUC medical personnel were only able to confirm the man’s death due to injuries incompatible with life The Guardia Civil took over and guarded the body until permission was given to take it for an autopsy They have opened an investigation into the circumstances leading up to the accident The Canary Islands Government and the Tenerife Cabildo have signed an agreement to construct 257 public housing units across various municipalities on the island which will be specifically designed for social rental purposes ensuring affordability for families with limited income represents a significant effort to address the urgent housing needs of Tenerife’s residents was attended by the President of the Canary Islands including the Director of the Canary Islands Housing Institute (ICAVI) Clavijo described the agreement as "essential for ensuring that those in need can access dignified and affordable housing." The project is part of the Canary Islands’ 2020–2025 Housing Plan and seeks to expand the availability of social rental housing The 257 homes will be distributed across seven municipalities prioritising areas with the highest demand for affordable housing The Cabildo will oversee the full management of the project ICAVI will provide the necessary land and cover technical and project management costs the homes will be integrated into ICAVI’s public housing portfolio ensuring they remain accessible for families with the greatest financial need Rosa Dávila hailed the agreement as a "historic step" for Tenerife "Taking on these housing responsibilities is not just a decisive advancement in our capacity to act but also a show of accountability towards one of the most pressing social challenges we face," she said Dávila added that the project would ease pressure on the local housing market and improve the quality of life for vulnerable families The initiative has been described as a cornerstone of the government’s commitment to fostering inter-administrative collaboration noting that working together with local entities is essential for developing effective and sustainable solutions He expressed confidence that the agreement would accelerate progress in the most affected areas and ensure resources reach those who need them most The homes will be specifically designed for social rental purposes The authorities have opened sanction files against a group of people caught illegally camping overnight in a tent on Montaña Amarilla Natural Monument as reported this morning (Tuesday) by the Canary Islands Police Force officials confirmed that the tent was immediately removed and that the operation was carried out in accordance with Law 4/2017 which aims to safeguard the natural spaces of the Canary Islands They also confirmed that camping without the necessary administrative authorisation is classified as a minor offence carrying fines ranging from €150 to €600 per person Montaña Amarilla: A Protected Natural Space The Montaña Amarilla Natural Monument spans 27.37 hectares primarily located in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona A small section of 0.18 hectares falls within the municipality of Arona near the residential areas of Costa del Silencio and Las Galletas The mountain was formed through hydromagmatic volcanic activity resulting in its distinctive layered structure and rock formations make it a popular spot for hikers as the surrounding waters host a diverse marine ecosystem Due to its ecological and geological value and activities such as unauthorised camping or environmental disturbances are strictly regulated The protests held in the Canary Islands on Sunday against the region's current tourism model have sparked varied reactions from several southern municipalities in Tenerife who are concerned that the actions of a few people have projected a negative image of the island and caused worry for visitors Amid growing concerns about sustainability and the fair distribution of wealth local governments are voicing different perspectives ranging from the need to adjust the current model to opposing the vilification of the industry that serves as the primary income source for the archipelago and the south of the island expressed concerns about the negative image that recent protests and media coverage may have projected about the tourism sector we must take care of it and not undervalue it,” González said referring to the economic dependency that the region has on tourism Granadilla de Abona has emerged as the most vocal southern municipality advocating for a shift in the tourism model spokesperson for the local socialist group emphasised the importance of transitioning to a more sustainable system that ensures a fairer distribution of wealth and improves the living conditions for residents “It’s time to lift the archipelago out of the bottom ranks in terms of wages and inequality,” Santos stated The municipality of Granadilla de Abona previously clashed with the Canary Islands Government and the Tenerife Cabildo over the development of the La Tejita hotel Mayor Jennifer Miranda did not attend a meeting called by regional president Fernando Clavijo to discuss tourism projects in the island’s south post-October 20 protests She accused the administrations of using “political cosmetics” to divert attention from underlying issues Deputy Mayor and Tourism Councillor Dácil León cautioned against narratives that may demonise tourism “Our economy and the present and future well-being of this archipelago depend on it,” León stressed She advocated for a constructive debate aimed at fine-tuning the existing model rather than condemning it highlighting the importance of tourism for the local economy the southern municipalities of Tenerife are grappling with finding a balance between sustaining the economic benefits of tourism and addressing concerns around sustainability and the equitable distribution of wealth generated by the industry The south of Tenerife has experienced unprecedented demographic growth since the year 2000 one of the highest in both the Canary Islands and Spain as a whole according to the National Statistics Institute (INE) who state that the region's population growth rate stands out remarkably The INE's data is striking: the five most populated municipalities in the south - Arona and Guía de Isora - have collectively seen their populations grow 2.5 times since the turn of the century an increase of 140,530 (+148%) and don’t include the numbers of tourists who visit the region Arona: Increased from 38,416 residents to 85,249 Granadilla de Abona: Grew from 20,323 to 54,942 San Miguel de Abona: Expanded from 7,315 to 22,606 Guía de Isora: Increased from 14,674 to 22,301 The primary reason for this demographic boom is the tourism sector which has steadily grown over the past four decades This growth has attracted both local and foreign workers leading to significant strains on infrastructure The housing issue has worsened recently due to the limited development of public housing and the surge in holiday homes particularly in residential areas near the main tourist areas where unions have warned of a potential "tourism collapse" due to workers struggling to find affordable housing the job opportunities in South Tenerife make it an attractive destination for young people from European countries Before Brexit more Brits than anyone else were moving to the island this influx of ‘young immigrants’ has also had a positive side effect: it has helped to slow the aging of the population a significant concern in other parts of the island the region faces the dual challenge of maintaining its appeal as a tourist destination while addressing the infrastructural and social needs of its rapidly increasing population A man has been arrested by the National Police in Tenerife for allegedly falsifying documents and aiding irregular immigration by registering a large number of people at his home address in San Miguel de Abona earning around 20,000 euros in the process He is accused of charging foreigners between 200 and 350 euros to register them at his home although none of them actually lived at the property a crucial document needed to access certain public services and help get residence status An investigation began in April when police received reports that a Spanish citizen was illegally registering a large number of people at his address Further inquiries confirmed that he had registered 64 foreigners at his address using the registration certificates to help them with their immigration status The suspect was arrested and has been handed over to the relevant judicial authorities for prosecution He faces charges related to facilitating irregular immigration and document fraud This case highlights ongoing efforts by Spanish authorities to combat illegal immigration schemes and document fraud particularly in tourist-heavy regions like the Canary Islands where such practices can be more prevalent The TF-1 motorway near San Miguel de Abona in the south of Tenerife experienced significant traffic jams last night (Saturday) due to two accidents whilst the demolition and removal of the Las Chafiras bridge took place as part of the ongoing road improvements in the area Despite the motorway being closed in both directions and traffic being diverted through the Chafiras and Oroteanda junctions the congestion stretched as far as the Los Cristianos exit and the Tenerife South airport was carried out overnight to minimise disruption but unfortunately still resulted in major delays numerous onlookers gathered to film the demolition further complicating traffic management efforts The bridge demolition is part of a broader plan to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion between San Isidro and Playa de Las Americas a demolition machine with hydraulic shears were on site to ensure the success of the operation which measured 40 metres in length and 10 metres in width debris will be cleared in preparation for the construction of the new bridge at the same location stretching 58 metres long and 19 metres wide and will rise 5.75 metres above the motorway The new Las Chafiras junction will feature an elevated roundabout with a diameter of 120 metres connecting to the TF-65 road and providing access to both directions of the motorway including 17 women - some of whom are pregnant - arrived by its own means yesterday morning (Friday) at the marina at Golf del Sur in San Miguel de Abona The emergency services were alerted at 8:07am by dock workers who noticed the small boat approaching the port and the necessary emergency resources were dispatched including the Red Cross the occupants of the boat received immediate medical assistance were taken to hospital for treatment suffering from dehydration and hypothermia This is just one of several boats that have come to the Canary Islands in the last few days and highlights the ongoing challenges for the authorities who provide medical care and support for these migrant arrivals in need The Guardia Civil has dismantled a criminal network operating in the south of Tenerife seizing large quantities of drugs and shutting down three industrial drug production sites The operation carried out in coordination with local police forces The investigation codenamed "Operation Skyp," began in May 2024 following a tip-off about suspicious activity at an industrial warehouse in the Llano del Camello industrial estate and the Adeje Local Police conducted surveillance on the site gathering evidence of large-scale cannabis cultivation Their findings led a judge to authorise raids on three industrial units in La Chafiras where authorities uncovered sophisticated drug production centres authorities discovered three cases of electricity fraud linked to the illegal drug operations where the detainees had connected the industrial units to the main grid without permission Further investigation led officers to an illicit cannabis club in Adeje who also headed the association managing the premises functioned as a front for illegal drug sales Several club staff members and workers from the drug production sites were among the eight arrested The Guardia Civil hailed the operation as a success highlighting its ongoing commitment to fighting drug trafficking and ensuring public safety Authorities have confirmed that the investigation remains open as evidence suggests the network supplied drugs not only to the Adeje club but also to other locations across southern Tenerife The Guardia Civil have arrested two people in connection with over 10 crimes committed in the south of Tenerife identified by the Analysis and Investigation Unit of the Fiscal and Border Section (UDAIFF) at Reina Sofia Airport are believed to have been involved in a range of offences including robbery with violence or intimidation The investigation was launched after authorities became aware of a violent robbery at a holiday rental apartment which the suspects had accessed by climbing over a wall and forcing open the door it was discovered that the burglars had used a stolen vehicle in a previous crime which they had modified by switching the number plates with one belonging to a different vehicle the pair are accused of a violent robbery at Tenerife South Airport where they snatched a bag from a person and fled in a vehicle leaving the victim with multiple injuries after one of the vehicle's wheels ran over one of their legs After conducting a thorough analysis of the evidence gathered during the investigation Guardia Civil agents were able to identify the suspects as the perpetrators of the crimes mentioned leading to their swift identification and arrest The close collaboration between the Guardia Civil and Local Police from San Miguel de Abona was instrumental in identifying and locating the suspects One of the accused has been found to be driving without a valid license since 2020 and is also being investigated for a traffic safety violation several stolen vehicles and manipulated number plates have been recovered along with evidence collected by UDAIFF agents have been placed in custody at Arona's Court of Instruction number 3 where they will face a trial 19-year-old Jay Slater who disappeared in the Teno Rural Park yesterday morning (Monday) led by the Guardia Civil with agents from the Special Mountain Intervention Rescue Group (GREIM) and drones deployed across the barren landscape in the west of Tenerife they have been focusing on the surroundings of Masca in the municipality of Buenavista del Norte as confirmed by sources from the Guard Civil to Europa Press Jay has been in Tenerife for a few days with two of his friends - Lucy and Brad - from England to attend the NRG festival an event held at the Xanadu farm restaurant in Las Chafiras that also included parties at the Papagayo nightclub in Las Americas and the Hard Rock Hotel in Playa Paraiso The last information that Jay's friends and family have about him is that he contacted them at 8.50 yesterday morning saying that his phone battery was about to run out They now fear that something may have happened to him trying to cross mountainous terrain like Teno on foot especially in the hot temperatures on the island of around 25°C has travelled to Tenerife to try to locate her son while Lucy and Brad incessantly tour the area with local residents where they know he was last located due to his phone location before the battery died The search will continue as a helicopter is also being deployed to assist in difficult-to-access areas The first phase of the new promenade at the Marina de San Miguel in the south of Tenerife was officially opened yesterday (Monday), providing a seafront walkway that both residents and visitors can enjoy. The walkway has a minimum width of 1.80m and has a 2 metre wide cycling lane to encourage safety and outdoor exercise, and sports and games areas have been created along the promenade. Stops have also been created to offer pedestrians and cyclists shaded rest areas, and viewpoints at the strategic points along the coast so that people can enjoy the landscape on which various restoration projects are being carried out, to expand green areas and protect the natural environment. A kiosk with a terrace has also been installed so people can stop for a drink. The inauguration by the Minister of Tourism, Yaiza Castilla, the president of the Tenerife Cabildo, Pedro Martín, the mayor of San Miguel de Abona, Arturo González, and the director of Tourism for Tenerife, Laura Castro, as this is a joint project between the regional government and the cabildo. The budget for the work being carried out has risen to 988,500 euros, of which the Canary Islands Government has contributed 901,800 euros and the Cabildo has contributed 86,700 euros. Send help right to the people and causes you care about Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Canary Islands Government authorized the construction of a new complex of 88 apartments in the coastal area of ​​the Amarilla Golf in San Miguel de Abona yesterday on a plot of 10,000m2 that will be built in four blocks with 77 one-bedroom apartments and 11 two-bedroom apartments which must receive the approval of the Cabildo a children's club and open spaces and gardens as well as a 292m2 lake-shaped swimming pool for adults said "This is good news for the municipality," underlining the council’s commitment to supporting projects that are aimed at attracting tourism and not to create more residential complexes "We must have more attractions and beds for tourists González highlighted the investments launched by the San Miguel de Abona City Council to improve public spaces in coastal areas among which he cited the actions to clean up debris and spills on the San Salvador beach The Canary Islands Tourist Renovation and Modernization Law provides that prior authorizations are only granted for new tourist accommodation places in Tenerife Lanzarote and Fuerteventura when the projects meet building and service quality standards and when territorial planning does not expressly prohibit it In a significant move for the region of San Miguel de Abona the Local Council has granted permits for the development of three new hotels which include two deluxe 5-star resorts and a 4-star hotel all set to be located in Amarilla Golf and Golf del Sur known for its lush green fairways and breathtaking ocean views is set to be the site for one of the 5-star deluxe resorts which promises to offer guests a unique blend of luxury and natural beauty making it a prime destination for golf enthusiasts and travellers seeking a tranquil retreat renowned for its well-maintained golf courses and a vibrant will host the other 5-star resort and the 4-star hotel These accommodations will further enrich the vibrant tourism landscape of the region providing visitors with a diverse range of options to enjoy their stay Mayor Arturo González expressed his enthusiasm "We continue to be an attractive municipality for investment which also translates into the creation of new job opportunities These new developments in Amarilla Golf and Golf del Sur are a testament to our commitment to promoting tourism and fostering economic growth in the region." The construction and subsequent operation of these three resorts will lead to a significant increase in hotel capacity in the area These developments are complemented by substantial improvements along the coastline which the San Miguel de Abona City Council has undertaken in recent years and will continue to enhance and solidify the area as a premier destination With the addition of these new hotels in Amarilla Golf and Golf del Sur San Miguel de Abona is poised to become even more attractive for tourists offering an array of world-class amenities and natural beauty that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on visitors The Tenerife Cabildo has announced upcoming traffic diversions on the TF-65 road in Las Chafiras due the first phase of construction of the third lane on the TF-1 motorway which affects the section between San Isidro and Las Americas including the new Oroteanda to Las Chafiras junction the changes are necessary to carry out initial earthworks for the new access ramps leading to the Chafiras overpass at kilometre 62 +314m the right-hand lane of the TF-65 heading towards San Miguel will be temporarily closed This closure extends from the El Camello roundabout (new junction) to the northern roundabout of the Chafiras junction Initial Work: Installation of horizontal and vertical signage and barriers Subsequent Work: Introduction of machinery for earthworks This phase of construction work is expected to last two weeks with an anticipated completion date of June 17th at 6:00pm when normal traffic conditions should resume Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and anticipate possible delays during this period The Tenerife Cabildo appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation as they work to improve the island's road infrastructure SOS Desaparecidos have confirmed that the search for 12-year-old girl has been deactivated after she was found at her mother's house in Las Palmas on Thursday safe and sound they have activated a search for three people missing in the south of Tenerife The General Corps of the Canary Islands Police through agents of the Judicial Police Office and the Minors and Family Group (GRUMEF) reported that Angelina had been found after being missing from the protection centre she had been staying at since April 5th a medical examination was ordered at the request of the Juvenile Prosecutor's Office and she was admitted to the Immediate Care Centre of reference while an investigation is underway to clarify the circumstances around her disappearance SOS Desaparecidos has activated an alert for a 33-year-old woman who was last seen eight days ago in Granadilla Mónica María MM is from San Miguel de Abona and has a slim build with black curly hair and brown eyes They have also activated an alert to find Marc Francis and has a slim build with grey hair and green eyes Laura is 1.65 metres tall (5ft 5 inches) and has a normal complexion If you have information regarding any of their whereabouts, please contact SOS Desaparecidos by telephone on 649.952.957 or 644.712.806, or by email at info@sosdesaparecidos.es The National Police and the Guardia Civil have arrested five people in the south of Tenerife all males aged between 23 and 33 years old suspected of committing crimes ranging from burglary the authorities have managed to link 25 burglaries to the detainees The investigation started in November last year following a burglary in a house in the town of Icod de Los Vinos Initial inquiries led to information about a vehicle associated with the crime which was later identified in subsequent burglaries which led to a joint operation by the National Police and the Guardia Civil as they were both investigating the group behind them It was soon discovered that the group's modus operandi involved breaking the locks on homes using tools to get in within seconds thanks to the collaborative efforts and information gathered by both police forces some of the vehicles used in the burglaries were identified which led them to the addresses of the registered owners After being granted the correct search warrants five raids were conducted at the homes of the accused in the towns of Candelaria during which they seized items related to the investigated crimes along with a wide array of jewellery and watches two vehicles belonging to the suspects were seized with their financing suspected to have come from the proceeds of the robberies they had committed Various units from both forces took part in the operation including the Organic Unit of Judicial Police of the Guardia Civil in Santa Cruz and the National Police of Puerto de la Cruz-Los Realejos all conducted under the order of the Court of First Instance and Instruction number 1 of Icod de los Vinos The National Police have arrested a 48-year-old man with an extensive criminal record charged with committing multiple offences including violent robbery after he allegedly targeted elderly foreign tourists snatching their handbags near shopping centres and the Tenerife South airport The investigation began after a Russian tourist reported an incident near a shopping centre in Adeje and the driver forcefully grabbed her handbag before speeding away A detailed analysis of similar crime reports revealed five more robberies of the same type in just two weeks three of which occurred at the airport and in San Miguel de Abona These incidents shared common elements including the modus operandi National Police investigators identified the vehicle used in the robberies as a stolen rental car with false number plates to avoid detection which was found parked on a street in Valle de San Lorenzo in the municipality of Arona officers conducted surveillance on the vehicle and subsequently arrested the suspect when he attempted to use it he was taken to police headquarters for questioning and was then placed at the disposal of the competent judicial authority to face charges A school bus carrying 29 children caught fire in a spectacular way yesterday (Thursday) on the TF-65 the road that links Las Chafiras to the town of San Miguel when an engine failure started the fire that quickly spread to the rest of the bus According to the Emergency Services Coordination Centre (CECOES) they received an alert at 11.00am yesterday morning informing them of the fire that started when the school bus had an engine problem so the driver pulled over into a layby motocross track and realised that the problem was worse than first thought Seeing the flames he immediately evacuated the children from the coach as quickly as possible who were taken to a safe distance from the blaze which was spreading quickly from the rear to other parts of the vehicle due to quick intervention from the San Miguel firefighters it failed to affect the fuel tank at the front of the coach as they had the fire under control quickly at the side of the road no one was injured in the incident as all 29 children and the driver got off safely the Guardia Civil were on hand to control traffic due to the burnt-out vehicle at the side of the road and the firefighters continued to douse the coach with water to ensure the fire didn’t reignite The Emergency Services Coordination Centre (CECOES) have reported of an incident involving a 3-year-old-child at a hotel pool in San Miguel de Abona yesterday afternoon (Friday) after they were rescued by the lifeguard at the complex whilst drowning CECOES received a call at 4.18pm requesting urgent health care for the child who had been pulled from the water by the hotel lifeguard who was giving him CPR to try and revive him An ambulance and paramedics were there within minutes and took over from the lifeguard and fortunately managed to revive the child and start him breathing again medical personnel indicated that it was a serious drowning and transferred him to Hospiten Sur in Playa Las Americas for routine observation The local police took charge of the corresponding proceedings at the hotel and took witness statements to ascertain what had happened Representatives from the Circle of Entrepreneurs and Professionals of Southern Tenerife (CEST) had a meeting with the San Miguel de Abona City Council yesterday following letters sent by the association expressing concerns about the state and progress of the Las Chafiras interchange works and the Councillor for Works and Infrastructure provided the CEST representatives with updates on the current situation and the anticipated completion timelines voiced his concern regarding the importance of following the phases of the project to prevent traffic jams "We understand the importance of finishing the interchange as soon as possible but our concern is that rushing all at once and altering the planned order may lead to unforeseen consequences that complicate the progress of the project and could cause traffic jams on the main roads in southern Tenerife," he said "The Council has informed us that the Oroteanda interchange from the south is expected to be open in November and they assure that the Chafiras interchange from the south These two measures would help normalize traffic and there should be no congestion on the lanes," explained the president of CEST he highlighted the nighttime schedule for carrying out the most delicate tasks which minimizes the impact on traffic flow on these roads at peak times All at the meeting agreed on the need for the Tenerife Cabildo to give top priority to the Golf del Sur roundabout "It is a crucial project for proper mobility in the area due to its significant capacity to organize the traffic accessing industrial areas and the motorway we believe it should be in the best possible condition as soon as possible," emphasized CEST ALDI continues to make progress with its expansion plan in the Canary Islands and yesterday opened its first new store in the south of Tenerife in Las Chafiras in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona Having opened its first four supermarkets in July the next one is now open on Calle de La Folía This is the fifth store that ALDI has opened in the Canary Islands and the third one in Tenerife The new ALDI store will be open from 8:00am to 10:00pm to offer the residents of San Miguel de Abona a new convenient and simple shopping option with quality products at the lowest price possible has a commercial area of ​​more than 1,300 m2 and a car park with 120 spaces including four with recharging points for electric vehicles Within the framework of ALDI's commitment to energy efficiency and respect for the environment the new supermarket has solar panels that allow 97% of the energy generated to be used by the store itself and has been equipped with LED lighting and backup systems to avoid product losses due to breakdowns and to improve the operation of lighting and air conditioning within the government's new guidelines The facilities also use CO2 as refrigerant gas which is a more sustainable and efficient alternative to other options available on the market During the opening of the Las Chafiras store ALDI's Expansion Manager in the Canary Islands highlighted the generation of local employment as one of the pillars of ALDI's presence in the Canary Islands "the 25 male and female staff members that make up the team at this store are from the municipality of San Miguel de Abona and other neighbouring municipalities because our will is also to generate local economic growth wherever we have a presence," he said The inauguration was attended by the mayor of San Miguel de Abona who values that “the municipality has once again been chosen by a large supermarket chain that can give more choice to neighbours to find quality products at competitive prices" as well as "the creation of employment" directly and indirectly in a municipality that continues to have one of the lowest unemployment levels on the island In September they will open another store in the South of Tenerife this time in San Isidro in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona which has changed its opening date to September 14th which is measured from Candelaria to Santiago del Teide has experienced a huge increase in population so far this century almost doubling the number of residents in the 12 municipalities that make up the south causing concern and debates about insufficient infrastructures among politicians According to data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) the increase in residents in these municipalities since 2002 has been almost 120,000 from 188,899 to 306,332 people but this doesn’t take into account those who are not registered or the almost 15,000 visitors that the tourist municipalities receive a day This overpopulation is starting to worry politicians in the south who are demanding more services and better infrastructures including housing and this can happen to the Island," warns the mayor of San Miguel de Abona whose municipality has gone from 9,174 inhabitants to 21,827 in twenty years “One thing is to diagnose and another is to give an antidote.” He says that the Canary Islands parliament needs to debate overpopulation seriously because there are not enough water resources in Tenerife to keep up with this rate of growth which has been contained in the last two years due to the pandemic has mainly happened due to the increased number of foreign residents with more Italians living in the south of Tenerife than any other non-Spanish nationality There are also a higher number of family members of Canarians from Venezuela many of whom do not appear in the census of foreigners as they have dual nationality and the same happens with many Argentinians also very numerous in the south of the island the Canary Islands saw the population grow by  0.36% in 2021 reaching the figure of 2,252,465 inhabitants because the number of deaths in the islands continues to outweigh the number of births there were 20,117 births in the Canary Islands but last year there were only 12,703 When you consider there were 17,718 deaths in 2021 it meant a negative natural growth of -4,475 people there were also 12,702 migrants to the islands which caused the overall increase in population The lack of training of the Canarian population has allowed the massive arrival of foreign workers while Asian citizens (Chinese and Indians) have taken over a large part of the retail trade changing the South from being ‘secret’ Tenerife to becoming the economic engine of the Island it is worth highlighting the huge increases in Adeje and Arona who now have over 48,700 and 82,500 registered residents respectively; although the Rona City Council claim there are almost 100,000 in their municipality Guía de Isora and Santiago del Teide while Granadilla de Abona and San Miguel de Abona are also leading the growth basically because they have become residential centres thanks to tourist work in the south and a lack of affordable housing in other municipalities Only one town in the south has lost inhabitants over the last twenty years the least populated of the 31 Tenerife municipalities with 1,715 inhabitants which is the most populated municipality in the South that “both migration and border policies are not among the municipal powers What is certain is that the South has experienced an exponential increase in its population in the last two decades while maintaining almost the same level of services.” “We have entered the 21st century with infrastructures and services of the 20th century We see this not only on the roads and in mobility as a whole but also in the demands that we have been making since 2015 for the completion of a hospital with the complete portfolio of services for the South Region plus new educational centres and health centres” A man has died and two others were injured this afternoon in a car accident on the TF-28 between Arona and San Miguel de Abona after the car they were driving left the road leaving a passenger trapped inside the vehicle The Emergency Services Coordination Centre (CECOES) has reported that they received an alert at 4:09pm this afternoon informing of the accident and dispatched the relevant resources to the area Firefighters were first on the scene and secured the vehicle before freeing one of its occupants who was trapped in the passenger seat of the car Paramedics treated the three affected people involved in the accident all of whom had injuries of varying degrees was taken to hospital in critical condition and died just afterwards from his injuries a 32-year-old man was the least affected suffering from mild whiplash without any major complications and was also transferred to Hospiten Sur for routine observation The Guardia Civil are investigating the accident confirming that no other vehicles were involved whilst the Highway Conservation Service carried out cleaning work on the road to resume traffic circulation on the busy highway There was good news for residents of Golf Del Sur yesterday (Friday) as the San Miguel de Abona Council announced the completion of the transfer of the urbanisation from a private company to the council for the development and improvement of local infrastructure in the resort This means that the Council officially acquires full responsibility for Golf del Sur of water supply and sewerage services which were previously under private ownership These services will now be publicly managed by the council who were already in charge of public lighting and rubbish collection in the area The agreement reached yesterday confirms the complete transfer of the Golf del Sur urbanization something the council promised to do after taking charge of Amarilla Golf in 2021 to improve services in the area This change will provide a significant improvement in the quality of life for the more than 5,500 residents and visitors of the resort which now has more than 5,000 tourist beds by guaranteeing Golf del Sur all essential services which were sometimes sporadic with the private company and making it equal to any other nucleus in the municipality Golf del Sur is one of the tourist destinations that has experienced remarkable growth over the last few years and is in a privileged position to continue to prosper The San Miguel de Abona council said in a statement that they are “committed to continuing to promote the development of the area promoting an attractive environment for both residents and tourists and working to improve the quality of life of its citizens and strengthening its position as a leading destination in the region” In the past many residents and tourists have been vocal on social media blaming the council for several things that This change means that the council now have the chance to put these things right and the public will know who to blame if they don’t the Local Police of San Miguel de Abona sealed off the venue and facilities already set up at Amarilla Golf where the Reggaeton Beach Festival Tenerife would be taking place tomorrow The Local Police had the support of the Guardia Civil to avoid any disturbance or problems of public order from the promoters The agents didn’t close the access in its entirety so that the equipment and facilities that were practically finished being installed can be removed by their respective owners The promoters who have organized the concert with a line up of national and internal artists including Anuel AA and Myke Towers have been warned that breaking the police seal is a criminal offense and carries a hefty fine This morning the San Miguel Town Hall met with the organizers in the hope that they could correct the errors in their security and safety report but it has not been possible at the eleventh hour the event has been refused because of a lack of security guarantees at the concert and several technical reports were also needed which they don’t have the Reggaetón Beach Festival in Tenerife has been suspended an event in which the attendance of some 20,000 people was anticipated with almost all the tickets having been sold Among the documents that were needed was a mandatory certificate issued by the State Aviation Safety Agency (AESA) due to the fact that the location is close to the airport and under the flight path The promoters have been warned that the development of activity without the prior corresponding license or without having made the prior communication with a fine between 15,000 to 30,000 euros on classified activities and public shows and other complementary administrative measures The south of Tenerife is officially getting older as the number of inhabitants over 65 years of age in the region has accelerated in the last decade According to the latest update of the Canarian Institute of Statistics (ISTAC) with data as of January 2020 (just before the pandemic) the aging of the population is more pronounced in the municipalities with less population Eight municipalities have seen the segment of residents increase from the age that currently marks the border of retirement and in one it is perceived in a more pronounced way Ten years ago Santiago del Teide led the ranking of municipalities with the ‘elderly’ as a percentage of their population but now they have 18.2% compared to Arafo (18%) Güímar (17.2%) and Candelaria (15.9%) whereas Fasnia and Vilaflor have 23.7% and 21.9% respectively the municipalities with the least weight of the older population are Arona (12.2%) Granadilla de Abona (10.4%) and Adeje (10.3%) The average for the island of Tenerife stands at 16.53% who consider the percentage of people over 65 years of age above 10% in the municipal register to be "respectable" highlight the close relationship between economic and demographic dynamics in that sense they link the weight of tourism with migratory attractiveness that represent zones like the south of the Island they emphasize that tourist municipalities such as Adeje Santiago del Teide or Granadilla de Abona maintain a relatively young average age largely due to the arrival of people for jobs that are of the age to form couples and families This circumstance causes the base of the population pyramid to increase contrary to what happens in places where there is no job attraction which results in an aging of its inhabitants at a greater speed four municipalities in the north of the island command the classification of municipalities with the highest number of elderly residents Los Silos (24.9%) and Puerto de la Cruz (25.2%) from the Tenerife town with less aging population THE NUMBER OF MIDDLE AGED GROWS TOO:In the last 10 years only Santiago del Teide has seen the average age of its inhabitants decline according to the latest measurement collected by the Canaries Institute of Statistics The rest of the municipalities have seen an increase in numbers Six areas exceed the Tenerife average age which is set at 42.3 years old Santiago del Teide (42.8) and Güímar (42.6) are also close On the other side are the municipalities below the insular average: Candelaria (41.8) San Miguel de Abona (38.4) and Granadilla de Abona (38.3) Candelaria heads the list of municipalities that have accelerated the aging process of their inhabitants in the last decade (3.7 years older than in 2010) The first drive-in cinema in the Canary Islands opened last night at the entrance to Amarilla Golf in the south of Tenerife with the first showing of the brand-new Batman movie has a 200 square metre screen on a 16,000 square metre plot with space for 650 cars catering for 2,000 people a night Capturing the essence of the 50s in a climate that is ideal for this type of venture tickets are priced competitively from 6.50€ per person and do the rest from the comfort of your car There is also a restaurant on-site with a terrace as well as a motorcycle area and a children's area so it is catering for all the family At the moment the movies are all in Spanish but they have assured us that there will also be screenings in English in the future which aspires to become a point of reference for Canarian culture and outdoor leisure shows that San Miguel de Abona continues to encourage investment in the south of Tenerife provides new jobs and local opportunities” taxi associations from Granadilla de Abona and San Miguel along with the Taxi Federation of the Canary Islands (Fedetax) have successfully proposed a solution to alleviate taxi queues at Tenerife South Airport during peak hours The Cabildo has warmly accepted this proposal marking a positive step towards improving public service in the area The proposal allows taxi services from municipalities other than Granadilla de Abona and San Miguel to pick up passengers at Tenerife South Airport during peak hours when the demand exceeds the number of taxis available at the ranks at the airport presented their sensible proposal to address the challenges faced by taxi operators at the airport to the representatives of the municipalities involved expressed gratitude towards the taxi associations for their willingness to collaborate and highlighted the importance of declaring the area around the airport as a sensitive zone She emphasized the need for urgently establishing a special regulation to guarantee the livelihoods of taxi-dependent families in Granadilla and San Miguel while preventing the long queues of tourists and visitors at the airport the Cabildo will demand that AENA regularly updates information to meet the taxi demand effectively Juan Artiles from Fedetax explained that taxis from other municipalities would be permitted to pick up passengers under exceptional circumstances with a designated stand supervisor coordinating these trips He emphasized the positive nature of the solution and the unanimous consensus reached during the meeting noting that it aims to prevent future issues and misunderstandings the parties involved believe that this agreement coupled with the upcoming emergency regulations will ensure a smooth and efficient taxi service at Tenerife South Airport without compromising the livelihoods of taxi operators in Granadilla and San Miguel Abandoned vehicles dumped at the side of the road or in parking spaces in the South of Tenerife is an old problem that continues to get worse over time it is increasingly worrying the local councils of the region which carry out constant campaigns to remove them from public and private spaces as they represent a security problem and eliminate parking spaces as well as making the landscape ugly as they deteriorate One of the most affected areas where this problem is clearly seen is the Las Chafiras industrial estate in San Miguel de Abona where there are more than 200 abandoned cars and there are another fifty waiting to be taken away in Guargacho The Councillor for Security and Traffic in San Miguel de Abona said: “We have detected that in the places close to garages and repair shops the problem is aggravated perhaps because they cannot pay for the repairs or they cannot get parts.” Rodríguez went on to explain that: “the solution to getting the car removed is very simple but we need citizen collaboration The owner just needs to go to the local police and fill out a form authorizing the removal of the vehicle at no cost" If there is no response or claim for the vehicle after the established period it is sent to an authorized treatment centre for its destruction underlined the "significant advances" that have occurred in the last two years and recommended that citizens who want to get rid of a car notify the Council before disposing of it in a public space which allows the municipality to save resources and time," he explained says that an average of six vehicles are removed every day “It is an easy process” she explained “anyone can go to the local police station and request that a vehicle be removed completing the corresponding documentation” if the car has not been removed by its owner it will be declared as ‘urban solid waste’ and will be removed before sending it to a treatment centre for subsequent destruction and decontamination Las Chafiras welcomed the inauguration of a new clinic of the Canarian Health Service yesterday Situated on Avenida Lucio Díaz Flores in Llano del Camello in the municipality of San Miguel de Abona it was officially opened by island dignitaries The new health centre was visited by the President of the Canary Islands the Minister of Health for the Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo emphasised the necessity of updating health infrastructure and services in response to the population growth witnessed by San Miguel de Abona over the last two decades He highlighted the importance of adapting facilities to meet the new reality and evolving needs of the community Minister Esther Monzón added that the new Local Clinic signifies a substantial improvement over the previous situation enhancing Primary Care benefits and expanding services She stressed that the improved working conditions would ensure that the population receives care in a closer and higher quality manner Mayor Arturo González expressed his satisfaction stating that the opening of the new clinic fulfils a longstanding demand from residents for improved health services Island President Rosa Dávila said that the new facility addresses a historical need in the south of Tenerife providing over 9,000 adults and children with a proper health centre close to their homes thereby improving care and reducing the need for unnecessary travel will house consultations for Family Medicine The facility includes eleven consultation rooms the centre boasts an emergency room connected to a multipurpose room for observation and patient control and another multipurpose room for various user services including early detection of diabetic retinopathy (ambulatory retinography) and respiratory functional tests (spirometry) The staff of the new office consists of 12 professionals covering specialities in Family and Community Medicine Clinical psychologist services will also be added to the team It will be open to the public from 8:00am to 8:00pm with services gradually incorporating Family and Community Medicine and Social Work consultations starting next week If you look back to just before the turn of the century just over 26,000 people lived in the most populated municipality in the south which is more or less the same number as Tacoronte or Icod de los Vinos have now The other municipalities in the south were not dissimilar either Adeje had just over 13,600 registered inhabitants; Granadilla de Abona had 17,321 and San Miguel de Abona had 5,722 inhabitants meaning that there were under 63,000 people living in the region Admittedly these figures are slightly lower than 30 years ago in the early 90s as many foreign residents left the island and Canarians migrated to the north due to the recession and better work opportunities the south now has over triple the number of inhabitants with more than 206,000 people registered as living in these four municipalities the most worrying problem is the continued rate of growth has a lot more inhabitants with 395,000 people but its growth in the same period has not reached 10% This is still a concerning percentage in the limited space of an Island the population of Arona has increased by 10% from 100,000 to 110,000 inhabitants in just four years since 2019 even with a global pandemic during that time If this growth was to continue at the same rate for the next 25 years the South would have over half a million inhabitants which is unthinkable taking into account the pressure there already is on housing Arona is now the third most populated municipality in Tenerife and business opportunities and job creation have pushed the arrival of new residents from all over the world the unemployment rate in Arona has fallen so much that it has reached levels similar to those before the 2008 economic crisis Despite the increase in the active population which is below the island average of 20.6% This means that the municipality contributes more than it receives from public coffers Workers in Arona contributed 64.2 million euros in Personal Income Tax (IRPF) last year which makes the municipality highly profitable as the figure received directly by the different Administrations was barely half that amount Extreme heat is gripping the Canary Islands in October The Ministry of Health for the Canary Islands through the General Directorate of Public Health has issued alerts as part of the Plan for Preventive Actions for the Effects of Excessive Temperatures in various islands These alerts aim to mitigate the health effects associated with excessive temperatures and coordinate the institutions involved in the Canary Islands health risk alerts were reviewed and extended for several municipalities in Tenerife - Yellow Alert: In Candelaria from October 4th to 7th and El Puerto la Cruz from October 4th to 6th - Yellow Alert: In Valsequillo and Ingenio until October 4th - Yellow Alert: In Antigua until October 2nd The criteria for assigning health risk levels for situations of excessive temperature which takes into account the forecasted maximum temperatures the number of days of persistence (a minimum of three) and the risk factors specific to each territory which has coordinated the Plan for Preventive Actions for the Effects of Excessive Temperatures on Health in the Canary Islands since 2004 has established an epidemiological surveillance system to monitor the impact of high temperatures on public health This system works in collaboration with healthcare centres and emergency services in the Canary Islands providing them with timely alerts regarding potential emergency situations or air-conditioned places as much as possible and cool off whenever necessary - Reduce physical activity and avoid outdoor sports during the hottest hours of the day as well as older adults or those with conditions that may worsen with heat (such as heart diseases - Never leave anyone in a parked and closed vehicle (especially children - Seek medical attention if symptoms persist for more than an hour and may be related to high temperatures - Consume light meals that help replenish lost salts due to sweating (such as salads - Store medications in a cool place; heat can alter their composition and effects Almost fifty families living in the Green Park complex in Golf del Sur are being coerced and threatened to leave their rented apartments after a vulture fund offered to buy up the complex so they are now trying to make them leave as they can only collect the sale money if the apartments are empty These tenants moved in to the Green Park apartments with supposedly legal rental contracts and after a long time paying up to 550 euros per month in cash they have found that the management company has denounced them for squatting and is suing them so that they leave by breaking doors when the family are inside and removing their belongings when they are out and by disconnecting the electricity and water Those affected have not wanted to reveal their identities due to fear of repercussions that according to them is being carried out by the private Security Guards (called ‘vigilantes’ in Spain) of the complex who are from companies with the same administrator who acquired the rights to the Green Park complex from the son The resort began as tourist apartments in 1986 and became residential as of 2008 who they want to kick out to collect the two million euros that the vulture fund has offered to acquire those apartments Most of the people affected are lifelong workers in the tourism sector now unemployed or with minimal income who are very concerned and do not see a solution nor do they have the income to afford a rental elsewhere The worst thing is that they do not have proof of their payments because the money does not appear in the bank accounts of the theoretical company to which they paid the rent says Carlos one of those who has been in the complex for less time different anti-eviction platforms have contacted the Department of Social Services of San Miguel de Abona and mediation is expected to try to find a prompt solution There’s a conspiracy afoot to confound and perplex visitors to Tenerife for everyone who is currently looking out over a marina when they should be sitting in a shady church plaza here’s what you’re missing… The rural village of San Miguel de Abona sits at the heart of the municipality of the same name in the hills high above the South Airport To the casual visitor and passing traffic en route to Vilaflor and the Teide National Park it’s front presents an urban conglomeration of ferreterías small cafes and ‘todo a Euro’ shops But leaving the main street and heading down a small alley sandwiched between the garage and a shop I leave behind the workaday façade and discover narrow cobbled streets; the beautiful 17th century church of San Miguel de Arcángel; elegant 18th and 19th century houses and enough traditional farming culture to rival The Archers Tucked away amongst the charismatic streets, the smiling Nino takes great delight in reeling off the number of alter egos La Tasquita de Nino has enjoyed before settling on the house he grew up in wooden floors and inadequate headroom for anyone taller than Bilbo Baggins were formerly the village post office and a tobacco warehouse San Miguel de Abona presents the perfect combination of southern weather Canarian culture and beautiful rural landscapes If you have a rural restaurant or accommodation which you think might fit our new Rural Tenerife series, please email [email protected] Author Tenerife Magazine.Co-owner of Buzz Trips travel website copywriter and co-author of Real Tenerife Island Drives and The Real Tenerife guide book Input your search keywords and press Enter.