Weather tracker: Storm Regina brings 6-metre waves to the Canaries

Storm Regina, named by the Portuguese weather service, brought adverse weather conditions including snowfall above 1,500 metres in Tenerife and 5-6 metre waves to the Canary Islands this week, as the storm system moved eastwards towards Africa after generating wind gusts of up to 64mph on Lanzarote. The Portuguese Meteorological Institute named the storm Regina as it tracked across the Atlantic, affecting the popular tourist destination with a combination of winter conditions typically not seen at lower elevations. Meteorologists issued a yellow warning for rough seas as the storm passed through the archipelago, prompting concerns for maritime activities and coastal infrastructure. Local authorities monitored the situation closely as the unusual combination of snow and high waves created challenging conditions across the islands.