The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned in the January 2024 update on the Canary Islands in terms of travel recommendations that we must be vigilant in case Mount Teide in Tenerife erupts. Norwegian diplomatic authorities point out that although the Cumbre Vieja volcano in the Canary Islands had a large eruption in 2021, "there is also volcanic activity in Spain on the third largest volcano in the world, Pico de Teide, on the Canary island of Tenerife. "It is currently considered dormant, but there are chances of eruptions in the future." In the south of Gran Canaria there are no recommendations to its citizens except the classic ones to be attentive to their belongings in areas with a lot of people. The most recent eruptions in Gran Canaria took place in the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries.
Regarding security on the streets "theft of valuables from cars can occur when stopping at gas stations and shopping centers. Therefore, do not leave valuables in the car or in any other unattended place" and that when there are demonstrations "In some cases, these can become violent and lead to confrontations with the police," and therefore, "caution is recommended in relation to large public gatherings and political demonstrations." Foreign Affairs in Norway notes that there is "a more aggressive driving pattern than in Norway" and that "it is recommended to pay special attention both as a driver and as a pedestrian." He adds that "due to the dry landscape and the high temperatures of the summer months, the territory is prone to forest fires" and that "these can change rapidly and be potentially very dangerous."
In the year 1570, an eruption occurred at the Arinaga volcano, which caused the destruction of several towns. In the year 1678, an eruption occurred at the Montaña Grande volcano, which also caused the destruction of several towns.
