schedules and precautions to go to the beach

Another impressive image of the extraordinary tide in Las Grutas. Photo: Martin Brunella.

Opening the smile, that behind the sea looms higher than ever, reaching the limit of the cliffs, which are filled with foam by the force of the waves. So are all the tourists in the caveswhich take advantage of extraordinary tides to take the best selfies. Because the landscape seems more beautiful, and the water has such a presence that it is impossible to stop looking at it.


precautions


And why are these tides unusual? It is that, these days, the height of the sea will exceed the usual ranges, which usually average 8 meters. Now, in its fullness, it will touch 9 meters (or more)and, when descending, it will go down until it is below the meter.

So enjoy these moments, but taking precautions.

As which? Pay attention to the tide table before starting long walks, and avoid accessing the coast with vehicles. Something that, on the other hand, it’s not allowed neither with these unusual tides nor with those of current height.

A dazzling natural spectacle. Photo: Martin Brunella.

On several occasions, extraordinary tides have caused cars are hit by water, mainly in sectors such as Las Coloradas, south of Las Grutas, and Punta Perdices, in the Port of San Antonio Este.

Hours to keep in mind

– Wednesday 01/25 – hour 02:15 – height 9.26 m. / hour 14:47 – height 9.12 m.

– Thursday 01/26 – hour 3:03 – height 9.14 m. / hour 15:35 – height 9.04 m.

These tides are highly sought following by locals.

For example, the coastal collectors of octopus and shellfish.

They, at low tide, have the possibility of accessing sectors that are usually covered by water, and that increases their catches.


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