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9 out of 10 fires is arson, says Fire Service, predicting ‘tough summer’ ahead

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9 out of 10 fires is arson, says Fire Service, predicting ‘tough summer’ ahead

The dry winter in Cyprus is leading to a dangerous fire season, with 92% of fires caused by human activity. The fire seasons are growing longer due to climate change, but efforts in prevention and coordination are helping to keep fires at bay. The unpredictability of fire behavior due to environmental factors makes fighting fires more challenging. The government is implementing additional measures to prevent and contain fires.

Dry winter promises tough summer, warns Kettis

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Dry winter promises tough summer, warns Kettis

– A difficult summer is expected due to the dry winter, according to fire services’ spokesman Andreas Kettis.
– Human activity is to blame in over 92% of fire cases.
– The fire prevention season was expected to start earlier this year.
– Stricter penalties have been recently introduced regarding fires and their causes.

Cyprus ready for wildfire season, says agriculture minister

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Cyprus ready for wildfire season, says agriculture minister

Fact: The primary focus of the exercise was to assess the effectiveness of the national firefighting strategy ‘Hephaestus’ for large forest fire suppression.

Fire in Liopetri burns one hectare of unharvested crops

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Fire in Liopetri burns one hectare of unharvested crops

A fire broke out in Liopetri, in the Famagusta district, burning one hectare of unharvested crops and wild vegetation. It took three fire trucks and five firefighters 45 minutes to extinguish the blaze. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and arson has not been ruled out.

Firefighters contain blaze in Limassol cinema [VIDEO]

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Firefighters contain blaze in Limassol cinema [VIDEO]

A large fire broke out in a derelict cinema in Limassol, with four fire engines and a telescopic arm vehicle deployed to contain the blaze. The firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to surrounding buildings, although the cinema’s roof collapsed. Nearby residents were safely evacuated, and roads leading to the cinema were closed for safety. No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire is still being investigated.

Fire services rescue 19-year-old driver trapped in car (Update)

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Fire services rescue 19-year-old driver trapped in car (Update)

A 19-year-old driver in Larnaca was trapped after deviating from his course and hitting road railings. Firefighters used hydraulic rescue equipment to extricate him and he was taken to the hospital with fractures, broken ribs, and a broken nose. The police are investigating the crash, with the driver testing negative for alcohol.

Firefighters extinguish fire outside GSP stadium before title decider

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Firefighters extinguish fire outside GSP stadium before title decider

Firefighters in Nicosia successfully contained a fire near the GSP stadium involving dry grass and stubble. The fire had two separate ignition points and was extinguished by two fire engines with a crew of six firefighters. This incident occurred as the stadium prepared to host the title decider for the Cypriot football championship between APOEL and AEK Larnaca, who are currently tied at the top of the league table. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. local time.

Agios Sylas fire under control, but authorities on alert due to strong winds

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Agios Sylas fire under control, but authorities on alert due to strong winds

Firefighters have managed to control a wildfire that broke out in the Agios Sylas industrial area of Limassol, burning through approximately six square kilometers of land. Strong winds forecasted for the following day could still pose a challenge to their efforts. The threat of rekindling remains high, and firefighting forces are working through the night to secure the area. Additional resources have been mobilized, and an investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.

Agios Sylas wildfire ‘out of control,’ Fire Service says [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

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Agios Sylas wildfire ‘out of control,’ Fire Service says [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

A wildfire is burning near factories in the Agios Sylas industrial area in Limassol, prompting evacuations and a large-scale firefighting response. Firefighters are working to protect the industrial zone, with assistance from neighbouring regions, aircraft, and the Civil Defence.