Lanzarote News In Brief – Week 33

Costa Teguise Smells To Be Fixed

Work will begin shortly on a project to fix the bad odours in the area of Playa Jablillo in Costa Teguise. These come from two pumping stations, which are now very old. Both will be replaced at a cost of 2 million €.

Arrecife Fair Closed – Update, Now Open

The fair in Arrecife, which is part of the Fiesta de San Ginés celebrations was closed by local police on Tuesday, citing “deficiencies.” Apparently work is going on currently to remedy them, so that the fair can re-open as soon as possible.

Update: The fair re-opened on Wednesday after safety checks were made.

Pedro Sánchez Holidaying In Lanzarote

The President of Spain’s government, Pedro Sanchez, has arrived in Lanzarote for his annual summer break. He is staying at The King’s former home at La Mareta in Costa Teguise, and is accompanied by his family.

120 Sign Up For Craft Fair

120 artisans have registered to exhibit at the annual craft fair in Mancha Blanca from 10th to 15th September. The exhibitors come from all over The Canaries and include potters, ceramists, carpenters, basket makers, hat makers, shoemakers, jewelers, miniaturists, making traditional costumes, knifemakers, pureers and stoners, among others. In addition, this year there will be artisans from the Azores, Madeira and Cape Verde.

Heatwave

AEMET has issued high temperature warnings for the island, with 34 degrees expected from Monday afternoon onwards, as a mass of hot air approaches the island.

Bus Service App Updated

The app for Lanzarote bus service has been updated and users will now be able to recharge their balance from within the app, as well as to see lines services and schedules in real time. The App can be downloaded from the Apple store or Google Play stores, just search for “Intercity bus Lanzarote.”

50 Years Of Timanfaya

Timanfaya was officially made a national park on 9th August 1974, becoming the poster child of Lanzarote’s entry into the world of tourism. Up until that point the area had been known as Montañas del Fuego, but it was renamed Timanfaya after one of the villages which was buried in the 1730 eruptions.

Cadiz Ferry Delayed After Captain Hit By Car

The Naviera Armas ferry Cuidad de Valencia, which was due to depart at 11:30 PM on Saturday, was delayed until 4:00 PM on Sunday, after The Captain was hit by a car leaving the ship. He was taken to hospital with a leg trauma, and another Captain was called in to take the ship to Cadiz.

Flamingos At Salinas de Janubio

Flamingos arrived on the island last month, having flown in from The Mediterranean. The environment at Las Salinas is perfect for them to feed on the small crustaceans that give the birds their pink colouring, Artemia salina, which is abundant in the salt pans. Migratory birds take advantage of The Canaries to rest and feed as they travel the world.

We’ll add more news as it comes in…….

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