Tenerife maintains trail and road closures following Storm Olivier

Although access to recreational areas and campsites has been restored, the Cabildo de Tenerife continues to enforce restrictions on several forest trails and roads affected by Storm Olivier.

These precautionary measures aim to ensure public safety, particularly in areas already impacted by the 2023 wildfires.

The decision follows the deactivation of the Island Emergency Plan (PEIN) on Thursday, after the Canary Islands Government lifted weather alerts for rain, flooding, storms, strong winds, and coastal hazards, based on AEMET forecasts and other data sources. Despite the improved conditions, authorities continue to urge the public to exercise caution.

Roads Affected and Clean-up Operations

Since Wednesday, road maintenance teams from the Cabildo have carried out more than 20 emergency interventions across the island, dealing with landslides and water accumulation caused by Storm Olivier. Efforts on Thursday focused on the TF-28, with further incidents addressed later in the day on the TF-5 and TF-13, particularly in the Tejina area, which remains closed following a landslide. A temporary diversion has been set up through the town centre of Tejina.

In addition, the TF-163 (Tejina-Bajamar area) experienced heavy build-up of water and mud, which crews began clearing from early Thursday morning. These operations involve the removal of soil, rocks, and debris, cleaning of roadside ditches, evaluation of slopes, and reinforcement of traffic signage.

The island's Fire and Rescue Consortium reported nearly 20 weather-related incidents, mostly involving water removal from homes and garages in La Laguna, Tegueste, and Puerto de la Cruz. Volunteer firefighters from La Laguna and Tegueste also provided support in those efforts.

Forest Trails and Paths Currently Closed

The following trails and forest roads remain off-limits due to safety concerns:

• Lomo Atravesado Trail (VM 2.1): From TF-24 to GR-131
• Siete Fuentes Trail (VM 2): On the open segment
• Camino a Candelaria: From Aguamansa to La Crucita (GR-131 to TF-24)
• Trail at PK 29 (VM-17): From TF-21 to Piedra de los Pastores
• “Risco de Las Pencas” Path: West slope of Barranco de Ruiz, San Juan de La Rambla
• PR 43 Trail: Within La Culata Cliff area, Garachico
• PR-TF-58 “El Risco”: In the Teno Rural Park
• PR-TF 8 “Afur-Taganana”: Section between Afur–Playa Tamadite–Taganana, Anaga Rural Park

Teide National Park Trail Closures

The following trails within Teide National Park remain closed:

• Trail No. 7: Montaña Blanca–Teide Peak (from Montaña Blanca summit to junction with Trail No. 11)
• Trail No. 9: Teide–Pico Viejo–TF-38 road (from intersection with Trail No. 38 to Trail No. 12)
• Trail No. 10: Telesforo Bravo (entire route)
• Trail No. 11: Mirador de La Fortaleza (entire route)
• Trail No. 12: Mirador de Pico Viejo (entire route)
• Trail No. 23: Regatones Negros (entire route)
• Trail No. 28: Chafarí (entire route)

As weather conditions continue to stabilise, authorities are monitoring the affected areas and will update restrictions as safety permits. For now, residents and visitors are advised to avoid these zones and respect all official signage and recommendations.