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WATCH: Southern Spain battered by storms, schools closed ahead of worsening weatherAn orange weather alert for torrential rain and potentially dangerous storms has been activated in several parts of the Valencian Community on Tuesday   The Costa Blanca is bracing for another day of dangerous weather after heavy downpours.. 12/09/2025

Variable but stable days ahead: Alicante weekend weather forecast September 11-14Sunshine prevails today but expect some clouds and maybe a little rain over the weekend The sun is out today State meteorological agency Aemet was taking no chances with its storm and rain warnings earlier this week, less than a year after.. 11/09/2025

Orihuela Costa apartment block evacuated following midnight blaze in underground car parkNumerous vehicles were damaged or destroyed but no-one was injured Fire fighters had to work flat out for almost four hours to extinguish a blaze in an underground car park in Orihuela Costa on Tuesday night, August 9. They were alerted at.. 10/09/2025

Suspects arrested for stealing almost €50,000 in Mazarrón and OrihuelaVictims were followed after taking money out of banks Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia have arrested three alleged members of a gang of thieves from Chile known as “Los Fantasmas” (the ghosts), which has already been broken up.. 04/09/2025

Dogs tied up in basement rescued from Jacarilla house fireAnimals still fighting for their lives and owners may have broken the law   INCENDIO DE VIVIENDA EN JACARILLA. El fuego comenzaba ayer en el sótano de un chalet. Cuando llegaron #bomberosorihuela al lugar se encontraron dos perros que.. 01/09/2025

One killed in Redován fireworks factory explosionThe explosion could be heard for miles around An explosion at the Pirotecnia Ferrández fireworks factory in Redován, near Orihuela town and Callosa de Segura, has taken the life of one man and prompted the local town hall to declare.. 29/08/2025

Airport Buses announce improvements to the Murcia Corvera – Torrevieja route from August 9Prompt and hassle-free airport transfers for all incoming and outgoing flights at Corvera! Airport Buses, the new shuttle bus company offering routes to and from the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera, have announced exciting changes to the..

Thy Will Be Done warns: The risks of using unqualified and uninsured providers of UK wills and powers of attorney in SpainWhen preparing vital legal documents, peace of mind is more important than price or convenience Image: Brits in Spain   When arranging UK wills or powers of attorney while living in Spain, many people are understandably drawn to low-cost..

New desalination plants planned for Águilas and Torrevieja to increase water supply in Murcia and AlicanteThese major infrastructure projects aim to ease groundwater pressure and provide more fresh water for the area Two large desalination projects are moving forward in Águilas and Torrevieja, with the Confederación Hydrográfica del.. 30/07/2025

Los Alcázares hosts first ever International Senior Fair with assistance from Caser ResidencialThe three-day event, dedicated to the elderly community, proved a great success and had Caser Residencial among the key participants   From Friday May 23 to Sunday 25, the town of Los Alcázares in the Region of Murcia became the meeting.. 07/07/2025

Heat pumps vs air conditioning: What's the smarter choice for your Spanish home?Understand the difference before deciding how to cool and heat your living space   If you’re preparing to install air conditioning in your home, you’re not alone. Many residents in Spain are doing the same as temperatures climb. But.. 10/06/2025

The most dangerous roads in Murcia and Alicante: Drivers should beware these accident black spotsThe stretch of Spanish road with the most accidents and fatalities is in Alicante and two on the list are in Murcia A road traffic accident in the Region of Murcia We all know certain stretches of roads that are often fraught with dangerous.. 14/05/2025

Thinking of air conditioning? Here's why you might want to consider a heat pump instead...Before you commit to cooling alone, find out how a heat pump could heat, cool and cut your energy bills   When the Spanish sun beats down, installing air conditioning can feel like the only option. But before you go ahead with your order, it&rsquo.. 12/05/2025

Alicante province tops Blue Flag beaches leaderboardFind out which new beaches have gained or regained the prestigious award, and which have lost theirs in 2025 Poniente beach in Benidorm With a total of 89 Blue Flags, Alicante has received more of these distinctions than any other province.. 08/05/2025

Heat pumps, the new way to heat and cool homes that everyone is talking aboutNeed air conditioning for your home in Spain this summer? Heat pumps offer a smarter, more efficient way to stay cool and comfortable all year round... As temperatures begin to climb on the approach to summer, many homeowners in Spain start thinking about.. 08/04/2025

The sonic booms are over for now, but when will the next ones be?Here is when the next loud sonic booms from planes will be heard in southeast Spain   This Thursday February 13 marks the end of the latest round of supersonic training flights by the Spanish air force out of Albacete Air Base, which have caused.. 13/02/2025

Where to get help with Excom internet, phone and TV service in SpainHere is a list of Excom stores in Alicante and Murcia and contact details Mobile, WiFi and television service provider Excom is a favourite among expats living in Spain and those who have a second home in the country, largely thanks to their flagship policy..

Using Excom mobile phone service abroad: Calls and internet dataFind out all about roaming, international calls and using your Spanish SIM card outside of Spain Spain-based telecoms company Excom is a popular provider for expats living in Spain who need mobile data, texts and calls, as well as flexible home WiFi..

Internet in Spain for home and mobile with no extra fees from ExcomGet the best mobile internet and home WiFi in Spain from Excom Telecable Many people coming to Spain, whether permanently or for an extended vacation, wonder how they can get WiFi internet for their home and data for their mobile phone, plus calls.. 13/02/2024

Costa Blanca day trips: 6 fantastic places to discover in southern AlicanteMake the most of the cooler weather and enjoy everything the Costa Blanca has to offer this autumn/winter The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast in English, effortlessly conjures up images of pristine Mediterranean beaches and turquoise waters. But.. 21/11/2023