Águilas takes action with new Flood Prevention Plan
The project will identify danger zones in Águilas' historic old town and tourist hotspots
The shocking floods that have hit southern Spain in the last couple of weeks have spurred the authorities into action and prompted plans up and down the country that will prevent, or at least minimise, such damage and loss of life in the future.
Following the DANA tragedy, it came to light that more than half a million residents of Murcia and Alicante live in flood-prone areas, and the Town Council of Águilas is taking absolutely no chances. The experts have already been drafted in and this week, the local government unveiled the draft of its brand new ‘Flood Prevention Plan’.
This intervention is part of the Destination Tourism Sustainability Plan, called ‘Discover Águilas’, and is financed by the European Union through the Next Generation EU funds, as part of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.
The project aims to carry out a comprehensive study of the watersheds that run through the historic old town of Águilas, with the aim of identifying and mitigating flood risks, especially at the mouths of the river beds, which have historically generated significant problems during episodes of intense rainfall.
The growing threat of climate change, which translates into more frequent and severe rainfall, makes this plan essential to ensure safety and improve accessibility in areas of high tourist demand, including the areas where the renowned Águilas triathlon takes place.
"This plan will address the problem of flooding from a comprehensive perspective, focusing not only on mitigating the effects of torrential rains, but also on promoting a sustainable tourism model that balances the economic, social and environmental development of the territory. The proposed solutions will contribute to consolidating a tourism that respects and values the natural environment, aligning with the sustainability objectives of the municipality," highlighted the Councillor for Tourism, José Antonio Consentino.
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Águilas boasts 28 kilometres of coastline, with many fine, sandy beaches, sheltered coves and unspoilt natural beaches. It is a great summer favourite with Spanish holidaymakers, so always has a superb programme of concerts and activities throughout the summer, as well as the biggest carnival in the Region of Murcia, 40 days before Semana Santa (Easter.)
Throughout the year it also has a number of museums and historical attractions, a castle with fabulous views overlooking the bay and several other points of interest, all of which make it an good place to visit for days out. Throughout the year the tourist office runs monthly guided tours and the route of the railways, which explores the railway history of the town.
The tourist information office is located in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, just a short walk from the sea front and Plaza de España, a cool, shaded space in which to enjoy a coffee.
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