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Arson suspected in Limassol fires

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Arson suspected in Limassol fires

Two fires in Limassol, one near Agios Silas and the other in Agios Therapon, are believed to have been deliberately set according to Nikos Logginos, Chief Firefighter. Arson is suspected in both incidents, with Logginos stating that the fires were intentionally started to cause destruction. Firefighting efforts were challenged by rugged terrain and strong winds, but firefighters were able to protect homes and prevent the fire from spreading towards Palodia. Forces will remain in the area to address any potential flare-ups in the coming days.

Two Limassol fires , ‘were no accident’

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Two Limassol fires , ‘were no accident’

– Fires broke out in Limassol’s Ayios Sylas and Ayios Therapondas were confirmed to be arson attacks by fire services chief Nikos Longinos.
– Two small businesses were burned to the ground in the area.
– The goal of the fire services was to protect homes and save lives.
– Three aircraft, including two helicopters from Jordan, were called in to help fight the fires.
– 10 fire trucks from Larnaca, Paphos, and Nicosia were on the scene.

Discipline procedures mired by missing staff member

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Discipline procedures mired by missing staff member

State authorities have been searching for over a month for CyBC director general Thanasis Tsokos to serve him with orders to appear before a disciplinary procedure. Tsokos has been unavailable for almost a month, stalling the entire procedure. The ministry has requested cabinet to appoint an individual to investigate the claims against Tsokos.