Man Hospitalized After Being Struck by Vehicle in Arona
A man sustained moderate injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Tenerife’s TF-66 road in Arona, prompting renewed calls for improved pedestrian safety measures.
Road safety on Tenerife’s secondary roads is back in the spotlight following an accident in Arona last night. According to the Canary Islands' emergency services (CECOES 112), a man was struck by a vehicle on the TF-66 and remains under medical care.
The incident occurred just after 10:00 p.m. near kilometer marker 3. Emergency teams arrived quickly to provide initial treatment before transporting the victim to the Nuestra Señora de Candelaria University Hospital. He is reported to have sustained moderate injuries.
This accident highlights the dangers pedestrians face on island roads that often lack adequate lighting or proper walkways. The Civil Guard is currently investigating the scene to determine exactly how the collision occurred and to establish if any traffic violations were involved.
Incidents like this continue to raise concerns about road safety on Tenerife. As authorities review the details of the crash, the event serves as a reminder of the ongoing need to improve signage and safety measures on the island's busiest secondary routes.