There has been sewage running down a Motril rambla that leads to Playa Azucena, next to the port. This situation has persisted for at least a fortnight.
Motril
News, views and information from Motril
Tree Blown Down in Motril
by Martin Myall •
Yes, it has been a bit blustery along the Costa Tropical – not much rain though, despite the forecast. In Motril a tree leading up to the main church (N.S. de la Cabeza) was blown over.
Motril Municipal-Kennel Budget
by Vivienne Hughes •
Motril has set aside 85,000 euros from next year’s budget for the municipal dog kennels in response to numerous complaints about its state.
Farmers Block Port
by Martin Myall •
Around a hundred farmers blocked the main entrance to Motril Port in protest over a lack of control on imported agricultural produce from outside the EU.
Biker Dragged by Car
by Hugh MacArthur •
There was a traffic accident in Motril yesterday resulting in a biker being knocked off his bike on the main roundabout next to the church. In other words, a distance of around five metres
Human Chain Rescue
by Vivienne Hughes •
A 79-year-old farmer in Motril was rescued from the bottom of a barranco by a human chain of police officers and fire fighters.
Junta Backs Motril Marina
by Martin Myall •
The Marina project for Playa Granada has taken another important step towards becoming reality – the Junta de Andalucía has come out in support of the idea.
Russian Ship for Sale
by Hugh MacArthur •
We have reported several times on the fate of the skeleton crew onboard the Russian freighter, Zapolyarye, which is docked at Motril Port. There have been developments.
Hospital Staff Protest
by Editor •
Things at Hospital Santa Ana in Motril are bubbling over. The work unions, UGT, CCOO, Satse and CSIF called a protest gathering outside the hospital last month.
Fighting a Losing Battle
by Vivienne Hughes •
High winds driving strong surf have eaten away Playa Granada in Motril again leaving the chiringuito sector far from happy.