CONDITIONS OF INCREASED RAINFALL IN CYPRUS IN THE NEXT FORTNIGHT - RISK OF FLOODING EPISODES - WHICH OTHER COUNTRIES ARE AFFECTED

 

CONDITIONS OF INCREASED RAINFALL IN CYPRUS IN THE NEXT FORTNIGHT - RISK OF FLOODING EPISODES - WHICH OTHER COUNTRIES ARE AFFECTED - Filenews 20/3

The medium-term climate forecast of the Department of Meteorology for the period from 19 to 31 March 2026 records increased chances of rainfall in the eastern Mediterranean region, including Cyprus, with estimates talking about rain heights above normal levels for the season.

According to the medium-term climate forecast of the Climate Watch Advisory Group of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the period from March 19 to 31, 2026 is expected to be characterized by rainfall above normal levels for the season in parts of the central and eastern Mediterranean, including Cyprus.

WAR IN IRAN - WHICH ECONOMIES ARE WINNING AND WHICH ARE LOSING

 

WAR IN IRAN - WHICH ECONOMIES ARE WINNING AND WHICH ARE LOSING  - Filenews 20/3

The economic consequences of the war in the Middle East are already being felt in many countries, from increased heating bills in Britain to the closure of schools in Pakistan for energy-saving reasons. In its analysis, the BBC examines how the new crisis in the region is reshaping the global energy map, creating new "winners" and "losers".

As it is pointed out, turbulence in the energy market does not affect all economies in the same way. Some countries are strengthening their position as suppliers, while others are facing increased costs, inflationary pressures and slowing growth.

THE US SAYS IT IS WINNING THE WAR WITH IRAN - IT'S TIME TO BEHAVE ACCORDINGLY

 

THE US SAYS IT IS WINNING THE WAR WITH IRAN - IT'S TIME TO BEHAVE ACCORDINGLY - Filenews 20/3

By the Bloomberg editorial team

It is becoming increasingly obvious that the White House has rushed into a war with Iran without fully considering the possible consequences. This is an additional reason to hasten the end of the conflict.

After nearly three weeks of hostilities, the U.S. is reaching the limits of its air power capabilities. Although U.S. and Israeli attacks have destroyed thousands of military targets and killed dozens of high-ranking officials, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the regime remains standing. Drone and missile attacks on neighbouring countries and merchant ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz have paralyzed the Persian Gulf region. Oil prices are skyrocketing – industries from agriculture to semiconductors are worried about shortages of key raw materials. Inflation fears are spreading. 

THEY ARE EXTINGUISHING STOCK OF ROOFTOP PHOTOVOLTAICS - THE WORST FOR 90,000 HOUSEHOLDS - SUMMER WITH SCARCE AND VERY EXPENSIVE ELECTRICITY

 

THEY ARE EXTINGUISHING STOCK OF ROOFTOP PHOTOVOLTAICS - THE WORST FOR 90,000 HOUSEHOLDS - SUMMER WITH SCARCE AND VERY EXPENSIVE ELECTRICITY - Filenews 20/3 by Charalambos Zakos

Cyprus' electricity consumers will dig deep into their pockets, due to the increased cost of fuel as a consequence of the war in the Middle East, while at the same time not even the photovoltaic systems that a few thousand households have on their roofs will be able to stem any increase to a large extent.

The reason? Because by the end of March, all the stored kilowatt hours that had been produced - and stored in the grid - by consumers' home photovoltaics in the previous period will be zeroed.

YELLOW WARNING FOR STRONG STORMS, WINDS AND HAIL - 11AM to 11PM TODAY - LOW BAROMETRIC AFFECTS THE REGION

 

YELLOW WARNING FOR STRONG STORMS, WINDS AND HAIL - 11AM to 11PM TODAY - LOW BAROMETRIC AFFECTS THE REGION - Filenews 20/3

A yellow warning for storms is in effect from the Cyprus Meteorological Department, with the phenomena expected to affect the island from time to time from Friday morning until late at night.

According to the announcement, isolated strong storms will mainly affect the western and southern regions, while hail is also possible. At the same time, the winds will show changes and will strengthen during the phenomena.

FIRE LANES OF 500m AROUND VILLAGES - AN ALLOCATION OF €2million IS APPROVED - MEASURES PROMOTED BY THE MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR FOR FIRE PREVENTION

 

FIRE LANES OF 500m AROUND VILLAGES - AN ALLOCATION OF €2million IS APPROVED - MEASURES PROMOTED BY THE MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR FOR FIRE PREVENTION - Filenews 20/3 by Michalis Chatzivasilis

The Ministry of the Interior has taken a series of measures and actions to fill last year's gaps that became apparent last year during the deadly fire in Mountainous Limassol, with an emphasis on those considered to be high risk.

A proposal is already being prepared to the Council of Ministers for the approval of an amount of €2 million. to be used to clean communities of dry grass and vegetation, thus creating a fire strip of 500 meters, while the fire-affected communities and others adjacent to forests will be equipped with a double-cabin fire truck.

STRICTER FRAMEWORK FOR SUMMER SCHOOLS AND EMPLOYMENT CENTRES APPROVED BY PARLIAMENT

 

STRICTER FRAMEWORK FOR SUMMER SCHOOLS AND EMPLOYMENT CENTRES APPROVED BY PARLIAMENT - Filenews 19/3

Two proposals for a law establishing a stricter framework for the operation of summer schools and employment facilities were unanimously voted by the Plenary Session of the Parliament. The aim of the regulations is, according to the content of the proposals, to ensure the health and safety of children, as well as the quality of the services provided.

The first proposal was submitted by Andreas Pasiourtidis, Christos Christofides, Andreas Kafkalias and Christos Christofias on behalf of the AKEL-Left-New Forces parliamentary group.