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Southern Spain's Costa del Sol Faces Tsunami Threat

4/2/2026

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  • The Costa del Sol in Southern Spain faces significant tsunami risk due to regional seismic activity.
  • Chipiona has implemented safety measures, including evacuation routes and annual drills, but many areas remain unprepared.
  • A recent earthquake off Fuengirola underscored the vulnerability and prompted discussions about tsunami readiness.
  • The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission aims to establish 25 tsunami-ready communities by year-end, while urban development has compromised natural defenses.