Hundreds of ’emergency incidents’ have been declared in a popular tourist destination for Brits. There has been huge disruption in Majorca after the Spanish island was battered by strong winds.
Winds of more than 74mph have been recorded over the weekend on the island more associated with its warm weather and blue skies. It comes as the UK has been blasted by Storm Darragh while there have also been strong winds across parts of Europe.
An amber alert was issued for the island from 3pm on Saturday and a number of events had to be cancelled, reports the Express. The Majorca Daily Bulletin, an English language news outlet on the island, said a total of 278 incidents had been reported across the island as of 7am on Sunday amid widespread disruption.
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Many of these are understood to involve fallen trees and a number of power cuts have been reported, with many homes still without electricity. In a warning issued on Saturday, the city council for Palma said: “Today, at 3pm, an orange alert will be activated for wind and maritime storms. Gusts of up to 100 km/h are forecast and the situation could extend until tomorrow at (5pm).”
The council advised people to take down loose awnings and to avoid staying in tents amid safety fears. It also shut down its boardwalk and any parks with trees – as well as closing access to a number of promenades. It added: “Safety is a priority! Follow the instructions from the authorities and official channels.”
Some flights to and from Palma’s airport were reported to be delayed or diverted as a result of the weather conditions, although flights were largely operating as normal on Sunday morning.
