{
  "id": 7130347,
  "title": "Eco-Hotel Plan Raises Flood and Fire Concerns in Torrevieja Natural Park",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/eco-hotel-plan-raises-flood-and-fire-concerns-in-torrevieja-natural",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T15:41:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Leader",
    "slug": "the-leader",
    "url": "https://theleader.info/2026/09/13/eco-hotel-plan-raises-flood-and-fire-concerns-in-torrevieja-natural-park/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Environmental groups and the PSOE have formally objected to plans for an eco-hotel complex in the Torrevieja Natural Park. The Inner Wellness Eco Resort proposal covers over 170,000 square meters of protected land near La Mata Lagoon. Friends of the Southern Alicante Wetlands (AHSA) describe the project as unsustainable and warn of potential environmental and visual impacts. The PSOE argues that the scheme conflicts with natural park regulations. The development would occupy 16 hectares, with 3.24 hectares for main facilities like hotel rooms, parking, solar-powered agriculture, and a wellness area. Opponents claim increased visitors and activity could put pressure on the lagoon and increase flood risk, as the site is in a high flood-risk zone. Fire concerns arise due to electrical installations and a solar plant near forest land. Casa Sala, a century-old agricultural building, would be converted into a 20-room hotel, with bioclimatic cabins and a wellness center. AHSA argues the park's regulations prohibit new hotel construction, and the project may need a Community Interest Declaration. The objections request a suspension of the application until further reports are obtained.",
  "summary": "Environmental campaigners and the PSOE have lodged formal objections to plans for an eco-hotel complex within the La Mata and Torrevieja Lagoons Natural Park, warning that the development could increase flood and wildfire risks while placing further pressure on the protected landscape. The proposal, submitted by Inner Wellness Eco Resort, covers more than 170,000 square […] The post Eco-Hotel…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}