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What happened in Tenerife?

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Exceptionally large waves strike Tenerife, causing three deaths and 15 injuries. Major incidents occur in Puerto de la Cruz, Taganana, and Granadilla de Abona. Authorities issue coastal hazard warnings and urge public caution as waves reach up to four meters high.

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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

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  • Three people died and 15 were injured due to rough seas along Tenerife's coast. 7s
  • The Canary Archipelago had issued warnings for exceptionally large waves and coastal hazards. 13s
  • In Puerto de la Cruz, 10 people were swept into the water, resulting in one death and three critical injuries. 19s
  • Six French tourists were swept into the water at Taganana, and two men were found dead in separate incidents. 35s
  • Authorities urge the public to heed warnings as waves have reached up to four meters high. 53s
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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife
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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

Three people die and 15 are injured in various parts of Tenerife due to exceptionally large waves.

Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife
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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

In Puerto de la Cruz, 10 people are swept into the water; one woman dies and several are critically injured.

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9 hours ago
Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

Six French tourists fall into the water at Taganana after being hit by large waves.

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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

A man's body is found floating in the sea at Granadilla de Abona beach.

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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

A helicopter recovers another man from the sea, but he is confirmed dead due to his injuries.

Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife
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Three dead as giant waves lash Tenerife

Authorities urge the public to heed warnings as waves reach up to four meters high.

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