The Canary Islands have increased the number of their flood-risk areas. Previously, eight zones were classified as at risk. There are now 27.
Severe weather in Tenerife
Due to the island’s location in the middle of the Atlantic, Tenerife is regularly hit by storms. The entire Canary Islands archipelago has to contend with storms, particularly in autumn and spring. Below you will find all the information you need about storms in Tenerife. Also:
Current weather forecast for Tenerife
Guidelines for dealing with severe weather in the Canary Islands
Storms in the Canary Islands
Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife has literally been flooded. We bring you pictures and videos of the storm and its aftermath.
Severe weather in Tenerife
Tenerife lies just a few hundred kilometres west of the African continent, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Storms and heavy rain sweep across the Canary Islands, particularly during the transitional seasons, causing flooding and destruction there. All the latest news on severe weather in Tenerife can be found on this page.