Influx of Rubberneckers
The economy of the Canary Islands also depends heavily on tourism, which has been affected by the volcano in various ways. Flightsfrom some airlines in the UK, where many tourists to the Canary Islands come from, to La Palma have been canceled through December 1 due to concerns about the ash. Ash has destroyed salt flats that are a popular visitor attraction. And while La Palma has seen a surge of tourism as people from other parts of the Canary Islands and Spain flock to see the erupting volcano, the hospitality industry has decried those who might want to rubberneck—especially since the influx of people is making housing difficult for those who have been evacuated.
