Tenerife Deploys 100 Officers for Tegueste’s Saint Mark Festival
Authorities in Tegueste are deploying 100 Civil Guard officers and specialized units to ensure public safety during this Sunday’s Romería of Saint Mark the Evangelist, which expects to draw thousands of attendees.
This Sunday, the Romería of Saint Mark the Evangelist—one of Tenerife’s most popular festivals—will see a major security operation in Tegueste. The Civil Guard in Santa Cruz de Tenerife has announced that 100 officers will be deployed to ensure the safety of all attendees and keep the festivities running smoothly.
Given that the event has attracted nearly 30,000 people in previous years, authorities are centralizing security at a Coordination Center (CECOR). This hub will bring together the Civil Guard, local police, and emergency medical services, allowing for a faster response to any incidents or reports.
The security plan is comprehensive, involving both standard patrols and highly specialized units. The operation will include the Tacoronte Main Post and the La Laguna Traffic Detachment, supported by the USECIC, the Information Service, the Explosives Search and Neutralization Group (GEDEX), motorized SEPRONA patrols, and aerial surveillance from the Helicopter Unit.
This extensive planning is necessary to manage the large crowds expected around the Plaza de San Marcos. By coordinating these specialized teams, authorities aim to ensure a safe environment for the thousands of visitors expected at this major regional event.