In response to this situation, numerous local councils have activated their Municipal Operational Coordination Centers. Preventive measures include the closure of parks, gardens, and outdoor sports facilities, as well as the suspension of recreational activities to prevent risks to the population.
The State Meteorological Agency maintains a red alert for the southern coast of Alicante. In addition to extreme heat, warnings have been issued regarding the possibility of heat bursts and wind gusts exceeding 90 kilometers per hour, a phenomenon that could also affect sea conditions during the afternoon.
Various towns such as Alicante, Elche, Santa Pola, El Campello, Orihuela, Torrevieja, Benidorm, and Elda have set up climate shelters and strengthened support for vulnerable individuals. Municipal services recommend limiting travel and removing objects from terraces and balconies.
The presence of suspended dust, causing persistent haze, will continue to affect the sky over the coming days. Temperatures are expected to begin a notable decline starting Sunday, when a drier air mass replaces the current one.
