The APB’s immediate response allows normality to be restored to the port of Ibiza after the torrential rains
The measures taken by the port authority ensured people's safety and maintained port activity without serious incidents
Eivissa
03/10/2025
The Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) deployed an extensive action plan in the port of Ibiza to deal with the consequences of the torrential rains recorded on Tuesday 30 September, which caused an emergency situation on the island. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the Port Operations Department, Port Police and maintenance teams, maritime activity remained normal throughout the week and the scheduled port calls and timetables were not altered, apart from some occasional delays.
In the days following the storm, the APB intensified the cleaning and stabilisation work. Materials and mud washed away by the water were removed, shaded areas were checked and emptied, and structures were stabilised and those that presented risks were removed. In the playground of Formentera passenger terminal, in Santa Eulària avenue, the rubber pavement was removed and the space was sealed for safety reasons. At the same time, work was carried out on the rainwater drain network and manholes, several electrical panels were repaired and the services of trenches, drinking water, lighting and barriers on the south quay were re-established. The APB also worked closely with Ibiza Town Council in cleaning the Santa Eulària road, especially the cycle lane and the taxi zone.
At the same time, the APB processed the emergency contract for the removal of floating solid waste in the inner harbour. This task was carried out with the support of cleaning vessels provided by the Department of the Sea and Water Cycle.
Despite the work already done, there are still some actions scheduled for the next few days, such as the cleaning of the Port Nàutic Ibiza concession car park and the car parks in front of and behind the APB offices, a second cleaning of the Botafoc docks area and a detailed inspection of the shaded areas. In addition, work is planned on a specific section of the children's playground in Santa Eulària avenue, in coordination with the municipal instructions.
The day of the storm
On the same day as the rains, APB staff carried out essential assistance and safety tasks. A space was set up at the port agency's headquarters to accommodate trapped pedestrians, mothers with babies were escorted home and people trapped in vehicles were rescued, while concrete barriers were put in place to prevent water from accumulating. At the same time, electricity and water supplies were partially restored and water that had accumulated in passageways and shaded areas was removed.
The Port Police, with the support of maintenance managers and technicians, played a key role in organising evacuation routes and keeping the Directorate General for Emergencies informed, as the coordinating body for the incident.
