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Fire Department: 28 Calls in 24 Hours – Two Fires on Roofs Due to Faulty Chimneys

Published January 20, 2026, 09:03
Fire Department: 28 Calls in 24 Hours – Two Fires on Roofs Due to Faulty Chimneys

The Fire Department responded to 28 calls in 24 hours, including 14 fires and 13 special services. Two of the fires broke out on house roofs, caused by faulty chimney flues, in the communities of Akaki and Kato Lefkara. In both cases, the residents managed to exit to a safe place without injury. The Fire Department reminds the importance of regular maintenance of fireplaces and chimneys to avoid similar incidents.