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Severe High-Temperature Warning Issued for Parts of Gran Canaria
METEOALARM has issued an orange high-temperature warning for eastern, southern, and western Gran Canaria, effective September 8, 2026.
An official high-temperature warning has been issued by METEOALARM for parts of Spain. The orange alert indicates high severity and covers the eastern, southern, and western regions of Gran Canaria.
The warning period begins on September 8, 2026, at 09:00 UTC. The severe heat event is scheduled to remain in effect throughout the day, expiring at 18:59 UTC on September 8, 2026.
The alert is categorized as a severe high-temperature warning under the Common Alerting Protocol. People located in the affected areas of Gran Canaria should take appropriate precautions during the designated timeframe.
Why it is dangerous and what to do
⚠️ Safety
• Drink adequate water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
• Avoid direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours.
• Seek shaded or air-conditioned locations when possible.
• Check on elderly family members, neighbors, and pets.
📰 Data source: MeteoAlarm. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.