 Consequently the Spanish Admiral, notwithstanding the protest of the diplomatic corps, gave notice on March 27 to all neutrals to evacuate the city.At 7 am on March 31, the Spanish fleet took positions in front of their targets.It consisted of the "Numancia", "Resolución", "Villa de Madrid", "Blanca", "Vencedora" and the "Paquete del Maule".