Forest Fire In Tenerife
A forest fire started in Tenerife on Monday, and locals in El Tanque and Santiago del Teide have been evacuated as firefighters, using helicopters, fight to control the blaze. The island is currently experiencing very high temperatures, close to 40 degrees.
First House On The Island?
The archaeological dig at El Bebedero has uncovered what could be the first aboriginal house on the island. Built partially underground, and therefore what is known as a “deep house,” it has been carbon dated to 300 to 100 years before Christ. The house featured a tannery to make clothes from leather, a water storage tank, carefully shaded from the sun, and various bedrooms for several families. There is also evidence of trade with Romans, with parts of Roman amphoras found.
Arrecife Adds Another Cruise Line Base
It has already been confirmed that MSC will be basing a ship in Arrecife this winter, allowing passengers to embark and disembark in Lanzarote. The Aida cruise line has now announced it will also have a ship based in the capital for at least three years during the winter season.
Playa Honda Underpass Will Not Open For At Least A Month
The new underpass at Playa Honda, complete for some time, will not open until at least late August. The go-ahead is waiting for final approval from The Canarian Government
Parking In Famara A Mess
Local residents in Famara have asked police to be more proactive after dozens of cars were parked illegal on the dunes area.
Blue Dragons In Famara
Also in Famara, half dozen blue dragons have been washed ashore on the beach, causing it to be closed down for a period. Blue dragons (Glaucus atlanticus), also known as Atlantic slugs are a poisonous species that can cause severe pain with a sting. They eat jellyfish and concentrate the poison from them in their own “fingers” or tentacles. They are very rare in Lanzarote waters.
We’ll add more news as it comes in this week……
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