Mijas will deploy a unit with a hundred officers for the town fair

The Local Police of Mijas will deploy a special security unit comprised of around a hundred officers during the town's fair, which will take place from September 6 to 11, as announced by the City Council this Thursday.

Thus, the City Council has highlighted in a statement that the operation includes surveillance tasks, access control, traffic regulation, and assistance in and around the fairgrounds. Additionally, the Civil Guard will enhance security with units present each night at the venue.

The local police councilor, Juan Carlos Cuevas, emphasized that “this is a coordinated effort to ensure that both residents and visitors can enjoy the fair with complete peace of mind.”

“We have designed a plan that ensures the safety of all neighbors and visitors, paying special attention to access control and mobility around the fairgrounds,” the councilor stated about an operation that will involve local police, Civil Guard, Civil Protection, and Firefighters, in addition to a special cleaning reinforcement to keep the fairgrounds and its surroundings in optimal condition.

Security Forces

Regarding Civil Protection, a group of 20 to 30 volunteers will be mobilized, who will be present throughout the fair to provide logistical and medical support, assist attendees, and work in coordination with other security and emergency bodies.

The councilor for Firefighters and Civil Protection, Francisco Jerez, explained that “the role of volunteers is crucial to cover an event with such a large turnout as the Mijas Pueblo Fair. Their support in emergencies and assistance to the public complements the technical deployment of the SEIS, ensuring immediate intervention in the event of an incident.”

Meanwhile, the Firefighting and Rescue Service (SEIS) of Mijas will have a permanent squad made up of four members, including a sergeant as commander and three firefighters, who will remain at the venue throughout the festive days. This deployment will allow for an immediate response to any incidents and ensures maximum safety at a highly attended event like the Mijas Pueblo Fair.

“The firefighter squad is a preventative measure that allows us to be prepared from the first minute for any eventuality. The presence of these officers at the venue is an additional guarantee for the fair to proceed safely,” added Jerez.

Regarding cleaning, the City Council will activate a special reinforcement device that complements the regular service, equipped with a street sweeper, manual sweeping, and a flushing tank. This deployment will be augmented by a specific team for the daytime fair and another for the nighttime fair, aiming to ensure that both the venue and its surroundings remain in perfect condition throughout the event.