MURCIA NEWS

VIDEO! Chaos on Murcia coast as 125 litres of rain flood streets in Los AlcázaresFlooded roads, hail and school evacuations were reported as the storm swept across the Mar Menor area   The Region of Murcia’s coastline has already taken a battering as violent storms sweep in on Thursday May 7, with torrential rain.. 07/05/2026

Murcia farmers warn lemon virus could spread fast without urgent actionAsaja says seven cases have now been detected and is calling for a phytosanitary alert and stronger controls Asaja Murcia has raised the alarm over the spread of citrus yellow vein chlorosis, saying the number of cases in the Region has now reached seven.. 07/05/2026

Los Alcázares launches week-long speed crackdown for driversThe campaign will run from May 8 to 15 on roads where excessive speeding has repeatedly been detected Drivers in Los Alcázares are being warned to ease off the accelerator this week as the council launches a new speed control campaign across.. 07/05/2026

Weather warnings for rain, storms and hail across Murcia: Weekend forecast May 7-10Take precaution when on the roads or out and about when the forecast is for rain this heavy Murcia weather forecast, Thursday May 7   It looks like we’ve got one last weekend of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the Region of Murcia.. 07/05/2026

Historic Jumilla Castle set for new archaeological investigationFunded through European development programmes, the five-month project will focus on both excavation work and long-term conservation of the historic site Jumilla is getting to work on bringing new life to the history of its great fortress. This.. 07/05/2026

Mercadona changes home delivery rules leaving some shoppers stranded in SpainShoppers now face checking store by store across Spain to see whether deliveries are still available Mercadona shoppers across Spain are facing a frustrating new change that could make the weekly supermarket run a lot more complicated, especially.. 07/05/2026

Search continues for missing Mazarrón man after a house fire in La AtalayaEmergency services are searching the area around La Atalaya, after a 56-year-old man was reported missing following a house fire that destroyed part of the property Emergency crews are continuing the search for a 56-year-old man from La Atalaya.. 07/05/2026

Hantavirus cruise ship set to dock in Tenerife as quarantine plan moves aheadThe MV Hondius is due in Granadilla on Saturday, with British passengers also affected by the outbreak and health authorities insisting the risk remains low Spain is preparing to receive the MV Hondius in Tenerife on Saturday after the cruise ship at.. 07/05/2026

Lorca undertakes urgent repairs on the historic Porche de San Antonio city gateThe gate dates from the Moorish rule of Lorca but was affected by torrential rain in 2025 The Town Hall of Lorca has announced an 18,000-euros emergency action to protect the Porche de San Antonio, the only remaining medieval entrance gate of its kind.. 07/05/2026

Your chance to shape Alhama de Murcia's future as budget opens to public voteNeighbourhood meetings and an online platform will allow residents to put forward ideas and vote on future investment projects Residents of Alhama de Murcia once again have the chance to decide how part of the municipal budget will be spent. The.. 07/05/2026

Important progress in the fight against the Camposol biogas plantIndications that the biogas plant company may be seeking an alternative location At a public meeting held on 1st May in the local golf club the Camposol Legal Platform against Biogas has been able to give good news to the local residents who are opposing.. 07/05/2026

Primark plans fresh new look for Cartagena store in €85 million investment pushThe retailer’s latest plan will update 11 Spanish stores and bring new openings across Portugal Primark is giving its Cartagena store a makeover as part of a wider €85 million investment plan across Spain and Portugal. The retailer says the.. 07/05/2026

Defunct Camposol Hospital up for auction after lasting just six months before going bankruptThe Guadalentín Hospital was supposed to revolutionise healthcare in southwest Murcia, but it never even reached full capacity It was supposed to be a revolution in healthcare for Camposol and the wider southwest of Murcia, backed by the regional.. 06/05/2026

Controversy grows over solar farm in protected Mar Menor zone near La Manga ClubWork has resumed on two 10-hectare solar farms near the Mar Menor following a court ruling that found the projects met regional environmental requirements The Mar Menor is once again at the centre of controversy after a group called the Platform.. 06/05/2026

Murcia leads Spain as resale property prices rise by 23%New data shows Murcia leading the national housing market, outpacing all other regions in year-on-year price growth According to new data released by Spanish property portal idealista, the price of resale properties in Spain rose by 16.9% year-.. 06/05/2026

€8.5 million housing development approved near Cartagena Port187 homes are planned in the Santa Lucía area of Cartagena and are part of a major investment, which includes the waterfront and public services The Cartagena Council has approved plans for a major new residential development in Santa Luc.. 06/05/2026

Why scientists are trying to bring back the Mediterranean Prawn to the Mar MenorThe University of Murcia is leading a €450,000 research project to achieve the first captive breeding of the Mediterranean prawn The Mediterranean prawn has traditionally had real economic and cultural importance in the Mar Menor area. They.. 06/05/2026

New LED lighting brings a fresh look to the Los Alcázares seafront while cutting energy costsThe 240 new lights will cut the town's energy use by over 46% and save Los Alcázares around €3,200 a year The seafront in Los Alcázares has a noticeably fresher look these days, with 240 new LED street lights now installed along.. 06/05/2026

Balcony laundry ban returns as new rules come into force in Puerto LumbrerasUpdated ordinance introduces fines, noise controls and stricter rules on public behaviour Residents in Puerto Lumbreras are being warned that a new set of local rules will soon come into force, bringing tighter controls on everyday habits including hanging.. 06/05/2026

2.2 magnitude earthquake felt in Cieza during the early hours of the morningAnother tremor measuring 1.5 magnitude took place at 4:55am between Alhama de Murcia and Totana A mild earthquake was felt in Cieza in the early hours of Wednesday morning, May 6. The tremor, which measured 2.2 in magnitude, occurred at 1:38am.. 06/05/2026