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Ex‑Hurricane Erin’s Tail Sends Heavy Swell to Atlantic Coasts, Forcing Red Flags, Closures and Damage

Meteorologists attribute the long‑period swell to the tail of ex‑hurricane Erin.

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Overview

  • Meteo France warns of energetic surf with 4–5 meter waves from Brittany to Aquitaine, with local overwash risk at high tide.
  • Euskalmet maintains a yellow alert for up to 2.5 meter waves on the Basque coast and says the episode will probably extend into 28–29 August.
  • Municipalities have hoisted red flags and restricted access, including beach closures in Sanxenxo and the shutdown of San Sebastián’s Santa Clara island.
  • In Cádiz province, videos show a powerful wave destroying a Caños de Meca beach bar and sweeping away a wooden access, while six sea rescues were reported in El Puerto.
  • Conil reported a man found dead at La Fontanilla during bathing bans across the area, with the cause still under investigation.