ALICANTE NEWS

Scorching start, stormy finish? August could bring a dramatic weather change in SpainLong-range forecasts coming from Europe hint at a major change across Spain later in the month August is set to begin much as July ends, with blistering temperatures, tropical nights and little relief from the latest heatwave, the fourth so far of.. 31/07/2026

New public car park opens in Torrevieja with space for hundreds of vehiclesThe 7,000m² site is the first of five new parking areas planned to ease congestion around the Costa Blanca city centre Drivers in Torrevieja will have more parking options from Saturday August 1 with the opening of a new public car park on the.. 31/07/2026

Clean Now Alicante celebrates 300-client milestone with eyes on international expansionThe Alicante-based company says its success has come from doing the simple things well, delivering reliable service and building lasting relationships Reaching your first 300 clients is a milestone any business would be proud of, but for Alicante-.. 30/07/2026

Business as usual for Seguro Parking despite recent Alicante Airport disruptionDrivers can continue to enjoy the same hassle-free airport parking service they've relied on in Alicante and Murcia for more than 15 years Anyone flying to and from Alicante Airport this summer can continue booking with confidence after Seguro.. 30/07/2026

Homes threatened as fire breaks out beside Torrevieja nature reserveThe blaze came within 100 metres of properties in La Siesta and El Chaparral before firefighters brought it under control Residents of two Torrevieja urbanisations were left fearing the worst on Wednesday evening, July 29, after a vegetation fire.. 30/07/2026

New EU rules could save you hundreds on broken phones and other gadgetsManufacturers throughout Spain will have to offer repairs for many devices even after the warranty has expired Throwing away a faulty phone or replacing a washing machine simply because it's out of warranty is about to become a thing of the past.. 30/07/2026

Rising temperatures and Saharan dust on the way: Alicante weather forecast July 30-August 2After a few days of more comfortable weather, temperatures are set to climb again across Alicante Province, with inland areas feeling the heat first The recent break from the intense heat is already starting to fade, with temperatures expected.. 30/07/2026

Europe's most stolen dog breeds revealed: Is yours on the list?From French Bulldogs to Dachshunds, some of Europe's best-loved pets are proving irresistible to criminals Spain is definitely a nation of animal lovers and for many of us, a dog is part of the family. The thought of someone stealing a beloved.. 29/07/2026

Campoamor residents demand urgent action over beach access and deteriorating conditionsResidents, holidaymakers and beachgoers joined a protest demanding improvements to one of Orihuela Costa's most popular beaches Hundreds of residents, holidaymakers and visitors gathered at Barranco Rubio beach in Campoamor on Saturday to demand.. 29/07/2026

Crypto and your estate: The wealth planning gap that could cost your family everythingElysium Wealth Advisors explains why cryptocurrency should now be an essential part of every estate plan Cryptocurrency has become an increasingly important part of many investors' portfolios. Yet while considerable attention is often given to.. 28/07/2026

Tourist arrested after child found sitting on 21st-floor air conditioning unit in BenidormThe eight-year-old was found sitting on an exterior air conditioning unit after allegedly being left alone in a holiday apartment A tourist has been arrested in Benidorm after police rescued his young son from an air conditioning unit on the outside.. 28/07/2026

Child injured after golf buggy plunges off bridge at Rojales golf courseThe youngster was taken to Torrevieja Hospital after the buggy left the track and fell around three metres A child was rushed to hospital on Monday July 27 after the golf buggy they were travelling in left the track and plunged around three metres.. 28/07/2026

Buck Moon to rise over Spain this week ahead of August's eclipseThe July full moon will be at its brightest this week and it's followed by one of the biggest astronomical events of 2026 Stargazers across Spain are in for a treat this week as July's full moon, better known as the Buck Moon, lights up the.. 28/07/2026

Alicante caiman hunt continues as public urged to stay away from riverThe exotic reptile was first spotted on July 11 in Sax and specialist teams are still trying to track it down The hunt for a small caiman spotted in Alicante province is still under way, with police urging residents to stay vigilant and keep away.. 27/07/2026

Scorching heat, violent storms, freak winds and wildfire strike Murcia and AlicanteA red heat warning was followed by more than 100 lightning strikes, muddy rain, damaging winds and wildfire that threatened homes The Region of Murcia and neighbouring Alicante Province experienced one of the most unusual days of weather so far.. 24/07/2026

Spain battles multiple major wildfires as emergency declared and more than 10,000 evacuatedGovernment takes control of the response in Madrid and Ávila as firefighters continue battling several large blazes across Spain and Europe sends extra aircraft to help Spain is facing one of its most serious wildfire emergencies of the.. 24/07/2026

Spain has set out exactly how much greener your fuel needs to be by 2040, and here is what it means for driversNew government targets require fuel suppliers to blend rising percentages of biofuels and renewable gases into petrol and diesel over the next 15 years If you drive a petrol or diesel car in Spain, the fuel going into your tank is going to change gradually.. 23/07/2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla are heading to Spain next year in the first royal state visit for nearly 40 yearsThe historic trip to Spain in 2027 follows the landmark Gibraltar agreement and comes at a moment when British-Spanish relations have rarely felt warmer It has been quite a week for British-Spanish relations. Spain lifted the World Cup on Sunday, with.. 22/07/2026

Violent heat burst sweeps through Alicante province, felling treesPowerful gusts knocked down trees and awnings in Elda and neighbouring Petrer As Alicante continues to endure one of its most intense summers on record, firefighters have been called into action after a rare heat burst brought strong winds and damage.. 22/07/2026

Renfe strike could affect one of the busiest travel weekends of the summerThousands of passengers could see their journeys affected as train drivers and onboard staff prepare to walk out over concerns about faulty air conditioning Anyone planning to travel by train at the end of the month may want to keep an eye on their.. 22/07/2026