The big day is fast approaching. The Palma City Council has drawn up a code of conduct for the day of the solar eclipse with the aim of ensuring safety, harmony, and the smooth running of preparations during this historic event, which is expected to draw large crowds of both tourists and residents.
The rules are to collect all the waste you generate, keep the area clean, follow the beach signs, wear approved swim goggles, and not bring glass containers to the beach. It is also prohibited to light bonfires or barbecues, use fireworks, or set up tents or canopies, although umbrellas are allowed. Additionally, nudism is not permitted, nor is the use of speakers that may disturb other visitors.
Cort reminded the public that children under six years old should not look at the eclipse, and recommended wearing light-colored clothing, staying hydrated, putting on sunscreen, and avoiding sun exposure between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM, especially for the elderly. Ahead of the eclipse, Public Safety Commissioner Llorenç Bauzá has called for personal responsibility and noted that it will be a “historic” day due to the astronomical phenomenon, and that they hope it will not be marred by a lack of civility.
Additionally, establishments in Playa de Palma will be able to register their staff and their customers—the latter only if the establishment has private parking—in an online City Council system so they can access the area by car on August 12, the day of the solar eclipse.
As explained by Public Safety Councilor Llorenç Bauzá at a press conference, businesses must register online by entering their information through the link https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Sb7… Once the accuracy of the form has been verified, they will be able to register their staff and their clients. Registration will not be immediate, so Mr. Bauzá has recommended completing the process as soon as possible.
Therefore, a pass with a QR code will be emailed to the company or business, as well as to employees and customers. Cort has recommended printing the pass and displaying it in a visible place inside the vehicle, although it can also be shown to police officers from a mobile phone.
Bauzá added that the number of passes will not be unlimited – a maximum of two per vehicle will be allowed – and noted that anyone traveling to Palma Beach by public transport will not have to show a pass, pointing out that some 70,000 people are expected to visit the area to watch the solar eclipse. Additionally, companies providing services will also have to provide credentials for their employees.
