Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands has been hit by severe flooding, forcing the closure of its main airport and turning streets into rivers.
Torrential rain has caused significant disruption, with cars being swept into the sea and authorities urging tourists to remain indoors for safety. The airport operator AENA has declared the airport 'inoperative' due to waterlogged runways, grounding all flights. Despite the chaos, the UK Foreign Office has not issued a travel ban, meaning travelers must check with their providers for cancellations or rescheduling options.
Emergency services are working to manage the crisis as the island grapples with the extreme weather conditions.
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Is it safe to travel to the Canary Islands right now? Latest travel advice after severe flooding
As the FCDO has not advised against travelling to Gran Canaria, you won’t automatically be eligible for a no-penalty refund. Instead, it’s best to contact your travel provider directly to see what can be done about cancelling or rescheduling your trip if you no longer want to travel.
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