Santa Cruz Police Seal Off Abandoned Celgán Factory Following Safety Concerns
Santa Cruz de Tenerife authorities have sealed off the abandoned Celgán factory following a recent fire, aiming to address decades of safety hazards and illegal dumping at the site.
The former Celgán factory in Tenerife’s Tío Pino neighborhood is once again a top priority for local authorities due to safety concerns and urban decay. Following a recent fire involving plant debris, the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Local Police have sealed off all entry points to the abandoned industrial site.
This action aims to resolve a problem that has persisted for over twenty years. Since the factory closed two decades ago, the site has frequently become a dumping ground for waste and furniture, leading to recurring fires. These incidents not only threaten nearby homes but also put emergency responders at risk, as the building’s dilapidated state makes it structurally unsafe for anyone to enter.
The Celgán site highlights the ongoing challenge of managing abandoned private properties, where long-term neglect makes security difficult to enforce. Local authorities are now urging residents to respect the new barriers and stay away from the area. The goal is to stop the site from being used as an illegal dump or shelter, and to prevent further emergencies that require police and fire department intervention.