Canary Islands Government Safety Notice for Underground Hydraulic Installations on La Gomera

Background

The Canary Islands government has issued a formal notice to owners of underground hydraulic installations on La Gomera.

This move follows the recent update of the island's hydraulic installation registry as of February 2025.

Requirements for Owners

• Verify that their installations are properly signaled and secured.
• Commit to conducting annual safety reviews.

Compliance Timeline

• Owners have 30 days from notification to comply.
• Failure to comply may result in forced closure of their facilities.

Purpose and Safety Goals

The initiative underscores ongoing efforts to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of people working or living near these underground structures.

By enforcing these regulations, authorities seek to:

• Protect public safety
• Maintain infrastructure standards on the island

Significance

This regulation is critical for both:

• Local residents
• Visitors who rely on these installations for water management and other utilities.