SPANISH police found over one tonne (one tonne) of cocaine in a cargo ship heading to Malaga. Intelligence revealed that drug smugglers had hidden on board the ship to retrieve their stash during transit. The dramatic operation unfolded on Wednesday night, when the Guardia Civil intercepted the vessel some 60 kilometres off the coast of Cádiz, escorting it into port …

A WARNING about an ‘extreme risk’ of forest fires has been issued for the Valencian Community. The Regional Emergencies Ministry has issued a warning due to the combination of the strong westerly wind and the current heatwave. The warning is valid from Friday to Sunday. READ MORE FOREST FIRE IN ALICANTE, SUMMER 20,24 Forest fires are a risk in Alicante, …

Councillor Francisco Jerez & a representative from the civil protection unit. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Mijas. Mijas Council is launching a comprehensive plan for security during La Cala Fair which takes place between July 22 and 27. Plan includes an increased deployment of personnel from local police, civil defense, and fire brigade to provide peace of mind for everyone. About 100 …