Arona Faces Safety Probe Over Expired Fire Extinguishers in Public Buildings
The PSOE in Arona has raised alarms over critical fire safety failures, revealing that municipal buildings, including schools and police stations, are equipped with fire extinguishers that have missed mandatory safety inspections.
Security in Arona’s public buildings is under scrutiny after the local socialist group (PSOE) revealed critical failures in fire safety systems. The party reports that many municipal offices are using fire extinguishers that have missed mandatory safety inspections, a direct violation of industrial safety regulations.
Councilman Francisco Marichal, the former head of security, led the investigation and uncovered a pattern of neglected maintenance. According to the PSOE, this issue affects a wide range of facilities, including schools, sports centers, nursing homes, and the Local Police headquarters. The socialists warn that the situation is serious, noting that some extinguishers are over two years past their expiration dates—well beyond the safety protocols required to ensure they function during an emergency.
This discovery has raised concerns about how the municipality manages its maintenance contracts. Spanish law requires strict quarterly and annual inspections to ensure fire extinguishers remain pressurized and fully functional. By failing to keep up with these checks, the local administration is not only risking public property but also endangering the safety of municipal workers and the public. The socialist group is calling for immediate action to address these lapses and prevent potential legal consequences should an emergency occur.