The largest electronic festival in Spain kicks off this Thursday in Cullera with a security operation coordinated by the National Police, Civil Guard, Local Police, and Civil Protection. Over 800 Civil Guard officers will ensure safety during the five-day event.
The Medusa Festival, which takes place from this Thursday, August 13, until next Monday, August 17, on the beach of Cullera, will have a special security operation comprising more than 1,000 personnel. This number corresponds to the large influx of people expected at one of the summer's major events in the Valencian Community.
The operation is coordinated by the Local Police, Civil Protection, National Police, and Civil Guard, with the latter being the largest force, comprising around 800 personnel. According to the Government's subdelegate in the Valencian Community, José Rodríguez, the state security forces will have an advanced command post within the venue and will enhance their presence during nighttime for road safety, public order, and anti-terrorism measures.
The operation includes access controls, road checks, and traffic management, as well as specific units to ensure normalcy during the five days of the festival. Additionally, Rodríguez has confirmed that violet points will be set up at the venue to prevent and act against sexual assaults and any form of violence against women.
The mayor of Cullera, Jordi Mayor, has assured that the town is prepared for both residents and the tens of thousands of visitors to enjoy the festival peacefully. “All bodies are coordinated, and there is significant planning and collaboration behind this,” said Mayor, who insisted that “the best response to a mass event is always prevention.”
The director of Medusa, Andreu Piqueras, has emphasised the goal of achieving a 100% safe space and reaching zero assaults. “Our vision as organisers is to join forces with the Administration to prevent crimes and security incidents,” explained Piqueras, who added that the festival will enhance surveillance, staff training, and safe points.
With this operation, Cullera faces a new edition of the festival, expecting to gather thousands of attendees each day. Access controls and surveillance around the venue will be particularly intense during peak hours, and attendees are advised to arrive early and follow the instructions of security personnel.
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