MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Storm warning upgraded in several parts of MurciaThe Vega del Segura and Altiplano regions are under orange alert for torrential downpours Murcia is now bracing for a serious storm this Monday September 8 that could see up to 30 litres of rain falling in just one hour. The State Meteorological Agency.. 08/09/2025

Spain's DGT sets clear rules on sunglasses when drivingFines of up to €200 for wearing Category 4 sunglasses while driving or not using prescription lenses if required It’s common to see drivers in Spain sporting sunglasses, especially in the summer months, to shield their eyes from the sun and.. 08/09/2025

West Nile virus returns to Spain, raising health alertFirst case confirmed in Menorca as authorities heighten surveillance to protect residents and tourists The West Nile virus has reappeared in Spain with the first confirmed case detected in an infected horse in Mahon, Menorca. This adds to recent findings.. 08/09/2025

Gardens on Cartagena's Avenida del Cantón get a fresh new look ahead of festival seasonResidents’ complaints spur a welcome spruce-up just in time for the Carthaginians and Romans festivities Avenida del Cantón in Cartagena received a noticeable facelift this past Friday, improving an area that had been the focus of growing.. 08/09/2025

British couple in southern Spain say the “cost of living has gone up, but it’s still cheap”Retired Brits Mal and Bill find freedom and sunshine on Spain’s Mediterranean shores More than 130,000 British nationals over 60 now call Spain home, with most settling along the Mediterranean coast in places like Málaga and Alicante. Among.. 08/09/2025

From storm alerts to blazing sunshine: Murcia weather forecast September 8-11After a stormy start to the week, high temperatures will return to the Region of Murcia from Wednesday   Storm alerts on Monday September 8   The weather in the Region of Murcia is set to bring a mix of extremes this week. From.. 08/09/2025

Two arrested in Torrevieja for fraud by cloning a telecom company’s websiteVictims in 19 provinces, including Murcia, Alicante and Andalucía, lost a total of about €20,000 Guardia Civil officers have arrested a 44-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman in Torrevieja, on suspicion of 30 frauds using.. 08/09/2025

AP-7 tunnel in Pilar de la Horadada shuts again for improvement worksDrivers will be diverted to the N-332 as €3.5 million lighting upgrade gets underway Just a couple of months after the road reopened following a fatal truck crash in May, the AP-7 tunnel in Pilar de la Horadada has been shut again until September.. 08/09/2025

Cartagena blooms for Carthaginians and Romans festival with 12,000 new plantsCity launches major floral makeover to welcome one of Spain’s most colourful historic fiestas Cartagena has started a lively transformation ahead of the Carthaginians and Romans Festival, with the city set to receive a total of 12,000 fresh plants.. 08/09/2025

Lorca enjoys a successful summer for domestic and international tourismA notable increase in non-Spanish visitors contributed to the popularity of Lorca during July and August Figures released by the Town Hall of Lorca show that the number of tourists visiting the city during the summer, as measured by enquiries at the tourist.. 08/09/2025

Bids invited for the contract to begin work on the Los Alcázares cycle lane projectThe first stage will run along the coast from the beach of Playa de la Hita to Avenida Radiobaliza Óscar As Los Alcázares continues to strive for the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism, the contract has now been.. 08/09/2025

Ryanair increases bonuses for ground staff who catch passengers with oversized bagsThe budget airline has given boarding gate employees an added incentive to charge people for extra hand luggage Ryanair has decided to give its airport staff a little boost when it comes to spotting cheeky passengers trying to sneak oversized bags.. 08/09/2025

Crumbling buildings in Lorca's Old Town to be replaced by new homesLorca City Council has ordered the owners to rebuild or give up their land The historic heart of Lorca is about to see another major step forward in its long road to recovery. At the start of the new political year, Mayor Fulgencio Gil has confirmed.. 08/09/2025

Spain’s rail woes call for clear strategy as Renfe and ADIF face mounting challengesRail operators and infrastructure managers need strong coordination and vision to restore public confidence Spain’s railway system is facing persistent problems that highlight the urgent need for a clear, long-term strategy involving both Renfe.. 05/09/2025

September holidays and festivals bring renewed joy to the Region of MurciaMurcia Fair, Carthaginians and Romans, and numerous local patron saint celebrations brighten the month As September arrives, many in the Region of Murcia find it a fresh start - a chance to ease back into routines after the summer break while continuing.. 05/09/2025

Was this the hottest summer ever in the Region of Murcia?Aemet breaks down the figures for an exceptionally hot month of August August 2025 has been confirmed as the third hottest August in at least 65 years in the Region of Murcia, according to the monthly climate report from Spain’s State Meteorological.. 05/09/2025

Fewer road deaths this summer in Spain, especially in Murcia and Valencia regionsDespite improvements during period when record number of journeys were made, interior minister emphasised the importance of vigilance Road fatalities in Spain continued to decline during the summer months of July and August 2025. A total of.. 05/09/2025

Diving in Murcia region continues to boom, boosting efforts to extend the tourist seasonDiving remains a top recreational activity, helping local businesses attract visitors beyond summer Murcia’s diving scene is thriving, bringing a welcome boost to the region’s long-awaited deseasonalisation of tourism. While official summer.. 05/09/2025

New drinking fountains installed in central CartagenaFountains installed at Paseo Alfonso XII and Plaza de España as part of wider hydration plan Cartagena is making staying hydrated easier with the installation of two new cold drinking fountains in the city centre this week. Following the launch.. 05/09/2025

Spain to introduce mobile car radars to improve speed monitoringNew ‘radars on wheels’ will join fixed cameras in efforts to reduce road accidents Spain is set to follow France in introducing new mobile speed radars mounted on wheeled platforms, Interior Minister Fernando Grande Marlaska announced on Wednesday.. 05/09/2025