Storm Leonardo: damage to the Coastal Path in Mijas, fallen trees, and closure of beach accesses

Mijas is experiencing a day marked by a strong storm that has hit various areas of the municipality overnight. According to information provided by the Mijas City Council, early this Wednesday, February 4, the episode of intense waves and rain has caused incidents along the coast, directly affecting the Coastal Path, and has necessitated the activation of a broad municipal coordination operation. The maritime storm has damaged the Coastal Path in the section of El Capricho, where part of the path has collapsed. Additionally, the waves have swept away a beach surveillance tower, which has raised the alert level on the coast. In response to the situation, the City Council has initiated preventive measures, including the closure of pedestrian access to the beaches to prevent risks to residents and visitors. In the areas of Calahonda and Riviera, the effects of the storm have also been felt on land. Mijas firefighters and the Parks and Gardens department have intervened to remove fallen trees that were hindering traffic and movements. At the same time, Operational Services has been deployed to review roads, as well as monitor streams, potential landslides, and problematic points within the municipal area. The City Council has emphasized that coordination among areas is "permanent" during a "very complicated" day. The operation involves the Local Police, Firefighters, Parks and Gardens, Operational Services, Civil Protection, as well as teams from Rural Areas, Livestock, and other municipal services. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) continues to maintain orange alerts for coastal phenomena and rain in the area, so the Mijas City Council insists on maximum caution and following official guidelines. Among the basic recommendations during the storm are: