Orihuela closes La Glea and Aguamarina beaches due to contamination

The municipality of Orihuela has implemented a preventive closure of La Glea and Aguamarina beaches in Orihuela Costa due to water contamination. Recent testing conducted under the Water Bath Quality Control Program by the Conselleria de Medio Ambiente y Agua revealed pollution levels exceeding double the maximum permissible limits. Authorities have identified the cause as likely being of “residual origin.”

The beaches will remain closed to swimmers until subsequent analyses confirm that water quality has returned to safe parameters. Local officials are currently working with technicians from the General Directorate of Water to identify and resolve the source of the contamination.

In other regional developments, Alhaurín de la Torre is utilizing the summer period to renovate its Municipal Aquatic Center, focusing on pool maintenance, spa areas, and locker rooms. Meanwhile, Caminomorisco has announced a €71,599 renovation project for its municipal pool to address deterioration and improve accessibility. In Molina de Segura, a selection process is underway for a new Local Police commissioner, with 16 candidates competing for the position. Additionally, the National Police are reinforcing their presence in Almería with 41 new agents and new drone technology to enhance security during the local Feria.