fire service
Malicious fire investigation underway after vehicle blaze
A 53-year-old’s double-cabin vehicle was destroyed in a fire outside a petrol station in Parekklesia. The fire was determined to be maliciously started using flammable material, and investigations are ongoing.
Fire Service on alert for yellow weather warning
The Fire Service has increased its readiness due to a yellow weather warning for isolated thunderstorms issued by the Department of Meteorology. The warning is in effect from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and predicts potential localized rainfall exceeding 35 millimetres per hour, with a possibility of hail. The Fire Service, with spokesperson Andreas Kettis stating their preparedness, has equipped vehicles and an on-call team ready for emergencies. Although no weather-related calls have been received yet, the public is advised to be cautious and follow guidelines from authorities. This response follows a recent severe storm that resulted in significant property damage.