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Spain bans sparks as 35,000 police manage eclipse viewings

8/15/2026

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Spain deployed over 35,000 police officers and set up 660 eclipse viewing sites.
Environment Minister Sara Aagesen warned six million people, including 460,000 tourists, may travel, adding 1.5 million car trips.
The interior ministry banned barbecues, fireworks and other sparks, closed Valencia’s natural parks and limited footpaths.
Consumer group FACUA withdrew six eclipse-glass brands as unsafe and urged use of certified glasses.

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Spain deployed over 35,000 police officers and set up 660 eclipse viewing sites.
Environment Minister Sara Aagesen warned six million people, including 460,000 tourists, may travel, adding 1.5 million car trips.
The interior ministry banned barbecues, fireworks and other sparks, closed Valencia’s natural parks and limited footpaths.
Consumer group FACUA withdrew six eclipse-glass brands as unsafe and urged use of certified glasses.