A weather warning has been enacted for the Canary Islands due to the imminent arrival of Storm Regina, which is expected to generate dangerous conditions across the popular holiday destinations. According to Canarian Weekly, the storm is anticipated to bring about exceptionally high and perilous tides, prompting local authorities to take necessary precautions ahead of its impact.

The alert was initiated by the emergency management department of the Canary Islands government on Monday, March 2. Recent forecasts from the local weather service, AEMET, and regional emergency services indicate that sea conditions will remain severe across all islands for several days. Strong northwesterly winds are likely to quickly deteriorate maritime conditions, particularly affecting the northern and western coastlines of the islands, leading to warnings of up to 6-meter waves in some areas as the storm approaches.

Specifically, the eastern islands, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, may experience wave heights reaching as high as 7 meters at times. The unusual tidal patterns associated with Storm Regina are raising concerns about potential flooding in coastal areas, prompting local authorities to prepare for the possibility of adverse weather-related events in the coming days, highlighting the need for residents and visitors to stay informed and exercise caution during the storm's passage.