Axarquia • Issue No. 2055 • 21 - 27 Nov 2024
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Axarquia Stands Strong “A beacon of resilience and unity”
Catherine McGeer
RECENTLY the town of Benamargosa became the epicentre of the recent DANA extreme weather event that swept through the Axarquia region. The area saw a staggering 132.5 litres of rain per square metre, with the Benamargosa River overflowing, flooding streets and causing significant damage. It was a sight no one expected, as the water reached historic levels, peaking at over five metres, even submerging vehicles and affecting local homes. But in the middle of the chaos, something beautiful happened. The community came together in ways that were nothing short of inspiring. The Guardia Civil worked tirelessly, rescuing people in boats as the water overtook streets. The town’s church, Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación, turned into a hub for donations, collecting cleaning supplies, gloves, buckets, and anything that could help with the cleanup.
Unity through the storm.
Benamargosa Town Hal / Asociación Esperanza
Local businesses quickly jumped in to help. Generous donations flooded in, including crates of fresh fruit, hundreds of loaves of bread, bottled water, and juices. Volunteers, many of them neighbours, came out in force to lend a hand. They worked side-by-side, clearing debris, cleaning up affected homes, and making sure no one was left behind. Despite the damage and devastation, the spirit of solidarity in Benamargosa was unshakable. The volunteers weren’t just cleaning streets - they were lifting spirits. This incredible outpouring of support showed just how strong this community is when it comes to looking out for one another. Benamargosa may have been hit hard by the storm, but its people have shown that nothing can wash away their unity and resilience. In the face of disaster, they proved that, together, they can overcome anything.
Torrox dazzles
Christmas lights ignite the festive spirit
TORROX has kicked off the holiday season in style, becoming the first tourist town in Spain to turn on its Christmas lights. Over a million LED bulbs now brighten 20 kilometres of streets, setting the scene for a cheerful start to the festivities. The event, filled with warmth and community spirit, featured performances by four local women’s choirs and plenty of holiday treats, including chocolate with churros and roasted chestnuts. “People deserve to have some fun, espe-
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Torrox sparkles this Christmas.
cially after the tough days we’ve had with the recent storms,” said Mayor Óscar Medina, who praised local company Morales for quickly setting up the lights. The early start to Christmas isn’t
just about decorations - it’s also meant to bring people together and boost the local economy. While most of the lights are already up, the finishing touch at Plaza de la Constitución
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will be added in the coming weeks. Torrox’s festive spirit is a reminder of the joy Christmas brings, making it a perfect place to soak up the holiday atmosphere.
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