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Fire Department Responded to 48 Incidents Due to Strong Winds

Published January 10, 2026, 06:07
Fire Department Responded to 48 Incidents Due to Strong Winds

The Fire Service was put on high alert due to the strong winds that hit Cyprus. In the last 24 hours, it responded to 48 incidents, including 12 fires and 36 special services related to the winds. 24 incidents were recorded island-wide, mainly falling trees, damage to structures and sparks from electrical wires. In Nicosia, the Fire Service responded to 17 incidents, while in Limassol to 6. In Famagusta, one incident of a fallen tree was recorded.