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60kmh winds forecast for Murcia this Wednesday and ThursdayStorm Leonardo is lashing other parts of southern Spain with heavy rain which has caused flooding Murcia weather warning, Wednesday February 4   The Region of Murcia is subject to weather warnings issued by the State Meteorological Agency.. 04/02/2026

New study finds genetic link between tap water chemicals and bowel cancer risk in SpainCertain people may be more susceptible to by-products found in drinking along the east coast of Spain The experts are adamant that Spanish tap water is perfectly safe to drink, but new research suggests that some people with specific genetic variants.. 04/02/2026

Rising rat sightings spark warning from environmental health experts across SpainProfessionals call for coordinated action as rodents are increasingly spotted in towns and city centres Environmental health specialists are warning that rats are becoming more visible in towns and cities across Spain, and they say the problem will only.. 03/02/2026

Camposol resident's casual golf group tees off with over 800 membersFacebook group connects golfers across Murcia and Alicante for friendly games A Camposol resident has created a thriving online community for golfers who just want a casual round without the commitment of joining a club or society.   Henry.. 03/02/2026

Spanish banks on track for best mortgage year since 2008 as borrowing hits €74 billionHousing prices across Spain have soared to record highs but demand still shows no sign of slowing down Spanish banks are gearing up for their strongest year of mortgage lending since 2008, back when the country's housing bubble was still inflating.. 03/02/2026

Spain vows to follow Australia and ban social media for under 16sSpanish president Pedro Sánchez says he will protect children and young people "from the digital Wild West" Spain is set to ban under 16s from accessing social media and will require platforms to implement age verification systems.. 03/02/2026

DGT fine emails are a scam, officials confirmPhishing fraudsters pressuring drivers to click fake payment links Image created with AI   A worrying email claiming to be from Spain's DGT (Directorate General of Traffic) is circulating, warning of an unpaid fine that could double if.. 03/02/2026

Hacker claims huge breach of Spain's tax dataCybercriminal offers 47.3 million taxpayers' details for sale online as investigators check the claim A hacker attack on Spain’s Ministry of Finance is under investigation after a cybercriminal claimed to have accessed tax data on almost the.. 03/02/2026

Cartagena connects the city centre to Algameca with a new bike laneThe lane is part of the 'Faro a Faro' plan and takes Cartagena a step closer to a continuous cycling route along the coast Cyclists in Cartagena can now travel directly from the Espacio Algameca area to Calle Real in the city centre without.. 03/02/2026

Over 2,000 illegal holiday lets in Murcia flagged for removal from Airbnb and BookingGovernment steps up action as platforms are told to take down unregistered tourist accommodation The Spanish government has stepped up its crackdown on illegal holiday rentals, ordering online platforms such as Airbnb and Booking to remove more than 2.. 03/02/2026

Murcia hotels smash tourism records with over 1.5 million visitors in 2025More visitors chose to stay in hotels in 2025, as privately rented tourist apartments saw a decline Hotels across the Region of Murcia ended 2025 with their strongest results on record. The Region saw more visitors and overnight stays than ever.. 03/02/2026

Car thieves turn their attention to Spain’s new V16 emergency beaconPolice warn thefts from vehicles are rising sharply as the mandatory device becomes a new target Spain’s new V16 emergency beacon, now compulsory for drivers, is fast becoming an unexpected prize for car thieves, with police reporting a sharp rise.. 02/02/2026

Rain, rain, rain: Murcia weekly weather forecast February 2-5Here’s how much it’s going to rain this week in Murcia… Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday February 4   It’s forecast to be a very wet week ahead for the Region of Murcia, with rain expected every single day of.. 02/02/2026

VIDEO: How Murcia celebrated Carlos Alcaraz's Australian Open winWatch as the people of Murcia packed local venues and gathered around big screens to celebrate Carlitos' incredible win Murcia turned out in force to support Carlos Alcaraz as he made tennis history at the Australian Open. As the 22-year.. 02/02/2026

Celebrating the hippo at Terra Natura MurciaWorld Hippopotamus Day shines a spotlight on one of nature’s most fascinating giants World Hippopotamus Day, marked every year on Saturday February 15, is a chance to celebrate one of Africa’s most iconic animals and at Terra Natura Murcia.. 02/02/2026

Spain steps in to protect the eels of the Mar MenorThe European eel is critically endangered, with numbers dropping fast, the government is stepping in with stricter fishing limits The Spanish government is planning to declare the European eel an endangered species. This way, they can protect the.. 02/02/2026

Register your electric scooter with the DGT Spain today to avoid fines of up to €800New rules across Spain now require all personal mobility vehicles to be officially registered and insured Electric scooter owners in Spain are being warned to register their vehicles with the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) as soon as possible.. 02/02/2026

Confidence in trains shaken after Adamuz tragedy, new survey findsMany travellers still trust rail, but growing numbers worry the network is under too much strain In the days after the deadly train derailment near Adamuz, many people across Spain have been rethinking how safe they feel when travelling by rail.  ..

Murcia to invest €110m annually to tackle poverty in the RegionThe three-year plan focuses on education, jobs, housing and health, with 232 measures to support vulnerable families Times are tough for many people in Murcia, with rising living costs and economic pressures hitting households across the Region.. 30/01/2026

Murcia tops regional pollution levels as nitrogen dioxide and fine particles remain highCampaigners say traffic is the main cause and call for stronger action to protect public health Air pollution continues to be a serious problem in Murcia, with the city leading the region in nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter, according to a.. 30/01/2026