Tenerife is being predicted a red-alert storm, which could see the island battered by 130kph winds.
Storm Nuria is set to hit the Canary Islands, with weather warnings in place for them all – including a rare alert for the La Palma area, where winds are set to be the highest and could range between 100kph and 130kph, say weather experts,
The rare red weather warning has been issued for La Palma, while Tenerife and Gran Canaria are under a slightly less risky alert level – amber – and are being advised to expect strong winds.
Aemet, Spain’s national weather agency, has issued weather warnings for all of the islands, ranging from yellow to red, the highest level.
But, if you are planning a getaway there soon, will you be affected?
Here is everything we know.
When is the storm?
The storm is set to hit the area imminently, with severe weather warnings in place for around 12 hours.
They came into force this morning, Thursday, April 3, and are in place until 9pm.
Which areas have an alert?
La Palma is on red alert and is expected to be hit hardest.
Other areas, including La Gomera, El Hierro, Tenerife and Gran Canaria, are under amber alert for winds reaching 100kmph.
All of the Canary Islands are covered by yellow coastal warnings for winds reaching up to 62kmph – deemed a force seven with occasional force eight – winds of up to 74kmph forecast for La Palma and Tenerife.
What if you are on holiday now?
Holidaymakers already in the Canary Islands and residents are urged to follow the government’s self-protection advice, which includes staying home where possible and securing all doors, windows and awnings.
What if you are due to fly on holiday?
It is unlikely you will get compensation for extreme weather circumstances that would make it unsafe to fly.
Those expecting to fly within the next few days should check with their airline to see if there are delays or cancellations.
Under UK law, airlines must help you if your flight is cancelled, you must be provided with food and drink, a means of communication and can even claim compensation, depending on how long you are delayed.
