The 45th Rallye Villa de Teror has been officially postponed due to an active forest fire risk alert across Gran Canaria, as confirmed by competent authorities including the Cabildo de Gran Canaria and the Government of Canarias. The postponement affects one of the island’s premier motorsport fixtures, leaving organizers working alongside sports federations to secure a new date for competitors and fans.
Gran Canaria Authorities Enforce Wildfire Restrictions
The decision to halt the 45th edition of the Gran Canaria rally stems from ongoing environmental restrictions tied to a wildfire threat level managed by regional authorities. Both the Cabildo de Gran Canaria and the Government of Canarias upheld safety mandates that prohibit high-risk outdoor gatherings and events in vulnerable areas during the active alert window.
Organizers Seek New Date with Federation
In response to the mandatory directives, the event’s Organizing Committee announced that the competition cannot proceed as originally scheduled. Organizers immediately opened formal discussions with the Federación de Automovilismo de Las Palmas (FALP) to coordinate a viable alternative window on the regional racing calendar.
The shared priority for the Organizing Committee and the FALP is locating a rescheduled date that guarantees full safety compliance, logistical stability, and adherence to environmental rules set by governing bodies. According to official statements from the organizing body, updates regarding the new schedule will be released publicly as soon as consensus is reached with sports officials.
Impact on Teams, Sponsors, and Fans
The sudden shift creates considerable logistical hurdles for competing drivers, support teams, and local motorsport enthusiasts who anticipated the historic Teror event. The rally enjoys backing from prominent regional partners and institutions, including EMICELA, ORVECAME, the Federación de Automovilismo de Las Palmas, and the Sports Department of the Cabildo de Gran Canaria (Consejería de Deportes del Cabildo de Gran Canaria), all of whom must recalibrate preparation schedules.
Organizers have formally issued apologies to all participants, affiliates, and spectators inconvenienced by the abrupt calendar change, emphasizing that public safety and regulatory compliance remain the absolute priorities while planning for the rescheduled competition continues.
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