The General Directorate of Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands, based on the available information, and in application of the Territorial Emergency Plan of Civil Protection of the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands (PLATECA), declares the situation of alert from 19:00 hours today, Thursday, November 6, due to an episode of marine pollution.
Territorial scope:
Municipalities of Telde, Agüimes, Ingenio, Santa Lucía de Tirajana, San Bartolomé de Tirajana and Mogán
La General Directorate of Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands has activated the Territorial Emergency Plan for Civil Protection (PLATECA) on alert due to an episode of Marine contamination which affects the municipalities in the south and east of Gran CanariaThis measure, implemented from 19:00 PM on Thursday, November 6, 2025, aims to coordinate the response to the presence of decomposing organic matter originating from marine installations off the coast of Telde. The affected municipalities include Telde, Agüimes, Ingenio, Santa Lucia de Tirajana, San Bartolomé y Mogán.
Maritime Rescue is actively monitoring a new oil slick detected south of the island, specifically between Arguineguín and the Maspalomas lighthouse. The Salvamar Macondo vessel is en route from the port of Arguineguín to the affected area to conduct monitoring and sample collection, with aerial support provided by a Sasemar aircraft. These actions aim to minimize the environmental impact and protect the most vulnerable beaches and coastal areas.
The current incident is related to a previous alert issued after a yellowish, viscous substance with a strong odor was detected on several beaches along the east and south coasts. After confirming through analysis that it was fish farm feed, some beaches, such as Melenara (Telde), Vargas (Agüimes), San Agustín, and Las Burras (San Bartolomé de Tirajana), have been partially reopened. Authorities recommend that beachgoers consult official sources before going to the beaches while intensive efforts continue to ensure environmental safety in Gran Canaria.
