Following the storm that caused fecal spills and led to the closure of six beaches in Málaga, the City Council has confirmed their reopening. Among the affected was Playa de la Misericordia, which users on social media now report has crystal-clear, clean waters.
The council had raised the red flag at beaches such as Misericordia, Guadalmar, Sacaba, and San Andrés after users reported bad odors and debris. Cleaning efforts began immediately to restore the beaches to optimal condition, coinciding with the peak of activity in August and the Málaga Fair.
The storm registered early Saturday morning caused intense rainfall, activating overflows in Málaga's sanitation network. These episodes, where the sewage system collects both wastewater and rainwater, can lead to discharges into the sea when large volumes of water enter the system rapidly.
The opposition, represented by Vox and PSOE, has criticized the situation, demanding political accountability and greater investment in sanitation networks. Vox's deputy spokesperson, Yolanda Gómez, recalled that the condition of beaches like Guadalmar, where reeds and debris had accumulated, had already been denounced, despite beach bar operators continuing to pay their fees.
