The decision was made after several beachgoers reported skin reactions. As a preventive measure, the City Council has raised a red flag on this stretch of sand, prohibiting access to the water until the causes are determined.
The incident has been reported to the 112 emergency service for the necessary analyses to identify the origin of the reactions. The council has urged the public to respect the signage and the instructions from security and rescue personnel.
“"Las Gaviotas beach, in Benalmádena, has been precautionary closed to swimming due to possible contamination after several bathers presented skin reactions."
This precautionary closure occurs during a weekend of high visitor numbers on the beaches of the Costa del Sol. The measure follows a similar prohibition of swimming at several beaches in Málaga capital the previous day, caused by potential spills after Saturday's storm.
In Málaga city, the beaches of Campo de Golf-San Julián, La Misericordia, and Sacaba have reinstated the green flag this Sunday, while San Andrés continues with a red flag and ongoing cleaning operations.
