3 dead, at least 15 injured in storm on Tenerife island

Three people died and at least 15 were injured in a tragic storm that hit the island of Tenerife on Saturday, Euronews reports.

Officials are reporting waves that can reach as high as four meters.

The Canary Islands have been on pre-alert for coastal phenomenon since Friday, due to exceptionally large waves and fierce winds.

Officials are urging civilians to heed advice and warnings, exercise increased caution and stay inland as much as possible until the threat subsides.