Pafos Live 14 February 2024
Areas in the Limassol district remain without electricity since 3.20 in the morning, following damage caused by a tornado to the EAC network.
As EAC Spokesperson Christina Papadopoulou told CNA, at 3.20 in the morning a tornado caused extensive damage to the medium and low voltage electricity network of EAC affected areas Germasogeia, Moutagiaka, Finikaria, Akrounta, part of Agios Athanasios, part of Parekklisia and part of Akrotiri, which, however, is expected to return soon.
He added that there are several uprooted EAC poles, many cut lines and transformers. He noted that restoring power will take time due to the dangerous situation.
"The damage is great, the situation is dangerous, EAC crews are on their feet from the very first moment, regardless of weather conditions, and are working feverishly to repair the damage as soon as possible and restore electricity," she said. Papadopoulou, noting that EAC asks for people's understanding.
