UK government issues Lanzarote travel warning after island was SWAMPED by floods in ‘catastrophic’ rainstorm

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  • Published: 17:13, 13 Apr 2025

BRITS have been issued an urgent warning about holiday hotspot Lanzarote following the "unprecedented" and flooding.

The UK government stepped in to caution anyone visiting the island about the dangerous conditions.

Flooded street with cars partially submerged.

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Several roads in Lanzarote were completely engulfed by water following intense rainfall on SaturdayCredit: X

Floodwaters rushing through a ravine during a rainstorm in Lanzarote, Canary Islands.

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Brown water gushed down towards the seaCredit: EPA

Flooded parking lot with a car driving through.

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Carparks were also completely flooded over the weekendCredit: X

The official warning said: "Heavy rainfall and flooding in Lanzarote occurred earlier today (13 April 2025) with Costa Teguise, San Bartolomé and Arrecife particularly affected.

"Services across the island are affected. Some hotels are currently without power. Some roads are currently affected by mud.

"If you are in Lanzarote or travelling to Lanzarote, follow the advice of the local authorities and monitor local weather updates."

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Floodwaters rushing through an island.

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Rivers were overcome by the water loadCredit: X
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