Scorpion Bite Forces Hotel Evacuation in Alcorcón

29-09-2025


A hotel guest in Alcorcón, a municipality in the Madrid region, required hospital treatment after being stung by a scorpion last Friday. Municipal Police officers responded to an emergency call from the hotel establishment alerting them to the incident involving one of their guests. The authorities made the decision to urgently transport the woman to a medical facility so doctors could assess whether any specific treatment was necessary.

Police officials indicated they suspect the venomous animal may have previously hidden itself within the guest's own luggage. While scorpion species do exist naturally on the Iberian Peninsula, their appearance in urban environments is considered unusual. These arachnids typically inhabit warm, dry areas and are rarely encountered in city settings, making this incident particularly noteworthy.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:25 AM on Friday, September 26th. Upon arrival at the hotel, officers confirmed that a female guest had indeed been stung by a scorpion. After verification of the situation, the decision was made to transport the woman to hospital for medical evaluation and potential treatment.

Scorpion stings can produce variable symptoms depending on the species and individual sensitivity, including intense pain, swelling, fever, sweating, vomiting, or in more severe cases, breathing difficulties. While most European scorpion species are rarely fatal, immediate medical attention remains crucial to ensure proper monitoring and treatment of any potential complications following such an incident.

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