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The City Council demands before the Hydrographic Confederation the dredging of the Guadalest and Amadorio reservoirs
The Benidorm Drought Monitoring Committee held its first meeting today after the plenary approval of the creation of this body. In it, after the act of constitution and acceptance of the positions of the designated persons, it has been certified that it will not be necessary to adopt any measure provided for in the Emergency Plan due to the current alert scenario.
The Councilor for the Water Cycle, José Ramón González de Zárate, has once again sent “a message of tranquility” to citizens “because there will not be any problem with the supply of drinking water and, therefore, no additional measures are contemplated.” ”. González de Zárate has stated that the supply in high season “is absolutely assured” and that any subsequent measure would only be taken “when we have some indication from the Water Consortium in that regard.”
What has been advanced in the meeting is the start of an awareness campaign by Hidraqua, “which will be reflected in the receipts for the water that reaches all citizens.” Furthermore, the councilor has stressed that the concessionaire company is working on some water wells located in Polop de la Marina to find out the capacity they have and their possible use. “They are wells owned by the City Council that have not been used for almost 50 years. "Surveys are going to be carried out to determine its capacity and to know if that water can be used," detailed the councillor, who recalled that the rest of the wells that Benidorm had - those in Beniardá - were transferred to the Water Consortium.
On the other hand, González de Zárate has once again launched a request to the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation and the Government of the nation “to make a special effort and carry out works in the Guadalest and Amadorio reservoirs so as not to have to waste water and to carry out dredging actions in the two reservoirs to increase their capacity.” “We must take advantage of these moments of low capacity to make these investments,” the councilor added.
Today's meeting also addressed the possibility that private communities can use reused water for their irrigation "in the same way as is done with street washing or irrigation of public parks and gardens." In this sense, González de Zárate explained that "a large investment has been made in being able to use water with less salinity for irrigation and Hidraqua is working on actions aimed at allowing communities to use that water." Meanwhile at the City Council, the councilor continued, "we are working on the rate to be applied to this reused water, which would be cheaper for users and, therefore, would also represent great savings."
The Costa Blanca enters another fantastic week of the summer season, with beaches packed, festivals in full swing and a busy programme of sporting, cultural and family-friendly events across Benidorm, Altea, Villajoyosa, Finestrat, La Nucía and L'Alfàs del Pi.
With schools now on holiday across much of Europe, visitor numbers continue to rise as the region enjoys one of its busiest weeks of the year.
☀️ Benidorm
Beaches & Summer Activities
Benidorm's award-winning Levante, Poniente and Mal Pas beaches continue operating at full summer capacity, with lifeguards, beach services and water sports available daily.
Popular activities include:
Visitors continue flocking to Benidorm's giant new "BENIDORM" letters on the Tamarindos Promenade, created from 170kg of recycled fishing nets recovered from the Mediterranean, making them one of the city's most popular new photo spots.
International Mermaids & Mermen Convention
Aqua Natura Benidorm continues hosting Europe's largest International Mermaids & Mermen Convention.
Visitors can enjoy:
The famous Benidorm Cable Ski continues celebrating its 60th anniversary with commemorative displays and special summer activities honouring one of Europe's oldest cable ski facilities.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Benidorm's nightlife remains in full swing with:
🌿 Albir & L'Alfàs del Pi
Nature & Coastal Walks
The award-winning Albir Lighthouse Trail, recognised as Spain's Best Blue Trail, continues attracting thousands of visitors with spectacular views across the Serra Gelada Natural Park.
Things to enjoy:
🍫 Villajoyosa
Colourful Coastal Heritage
La Vila Joiosa continues welcoming visitors to one of the Costa Blanca's most colourful seaside towns.
Popular attractions include:
🏟️ La Nucía
Sport & Family Activities
Camilo Cano Sports City continues hosting:
Throughout the week La Nucía continues its summer cultural programme featuring:
🌅 Finestrat
Outdoor Adventures
Summer conditions make Finestrat ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Popular activities include:
La Marina Shopping Centre continues offering:
🎭 Altea
Arts & Culture
Altea continues its vibrant summer programme with:
Summer Safety
Enhanced summer policing remains in place across beaches, the Old Town, promenade and shopping areas to help keep residents and visitors safe during the busy holiday period.
📅 Coming Up
🌴 Quick Summary
✅ Beaches at full summer capacity
🧜 Aqua Natura's Mermaids & Mermen Convention continues
🎿 Benidorm Cable Ski celebrates 60 years
📸 Giant recycled BENIDORM letters remain a must-see
♿ Accessible bathing service at Albir extended until September
🌿 Albir Lighthouse Trail welcomes walkers daily
🎨 Altea's summer arts programme continues
🎶 Live music and nightlife across the Costa Blanca
🚔 Enhanced summer policing remains in place
☀️ Peak holiday season continues
🌤️ Weather Outlook
Another week of hot, sunny Mediterranean weather is forecast.
🌡️ Daytime: 31°C–35°C
🌙 Evening: 24°C–27°C
A yellow heat warning remains in place in parts of Alicante Province, with temperatures expected to peak during the afternoon. Visitors are advised to drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, seek shade during the hottest part of the day and keep up to date with local weather and wildfire warnings.


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