Dozens of incidents related to the severe weather phenomena have been recorded so far in the province of Nicosia, with the competent services receiving mass calls for assistance.
According to the first update, the incidents concern, among other things, falls of trees and objects, fires in open spaces after lightning, as well as sparks on electrical cables that in some cases caused a fire.
At the same time, a fire broke out in a large fenced area in Kokkinotrimithia with a large number of old vehicles, old household appliances and building materials. In a statement, the fire brigade states that we are trying to extinguish the fire with five staffed fire trucks. .
Branch falls in Strovolos, crews are on standby, says the mayor
The crews of the Municipality of Strovolos are on standby to deal with problems caused by the extreme weather phenomena prevailing in the area, says the Mayor of Strovolos, Stavros Stavrinidis, in today's post on social media, and at the same time, he calls on citizens to be especially careful during their movements and to avoid places where there are fallen or dangerous branches and trees.
As the mayor notes, due to the severe weather phenomena, branch falls and other incidents have been recorded, which may create risks to the safety of citizens and traffic.
"The crews of the Municipality are on standby to deal with the problems," he says, adding that for emergencies related to extreme weather events, citizens can contact the Municipality at 99 643044.The Municipality of Strovolos, he concludes, monitors the situation and intervenes where necessary.
The authorities are mobilizing to deal with the incidents, while a newer and more detailed update is expected when a more complete picture of the situation is formed.
The road under the Halepian flyover is closed due to water accumulation
The part of the road under the Halepiana flyover is closed, due to the accumulation of water on the road surface.
At the same time, in various parts of the highways there is an increased amount of water on the road surface, as well as an accumulation of dirt, such as branches, etc.
Drivers are asked to be especially careful, reduce speed and follow the instructions of the police officers on duty.
