Overview

• The Arenal-Bol stretch was shut for 24 hours on July 31 after possible sewage contamination was detected near the Quisi ravine mouth.
• Rapid analyses by the Generalitat Valenciana’s water quality service confirmed no trace of fecal matter, prompting officials to lower the red flag and raise green and blue flags.
• This marks the second time this beach section has been closed over contamination concerns this summer, underscoring persistent runoff risks following heavy rains.
• Regional health protocols require a 24-hour observation period before lifting bathing bans to ensure swimmers’ safety.
• Municipal authorities plan to inspect aging wastewater and irrigation networks feeding the Quisi ravine to identify and stop future pollutant discharges.