Fire breaks out near Orounta in Nicosia district

On the morning of Thursday, August 13, 2026, a fire broke out in an area containing dry grass and wild vegetation between the communities of Orounta and Kato Moni in the Nicosia district. Emergency services were alerted to the situation early in the day, prompting an immediate mobilization of firefighting forces to the scene.

The operation involved three fire trucks dispatched from the Lakatamia and Peristerona fire stations, with additional support provided by the Forestry Department and the volunteer group Atlas Fireteam. Unit DIAS 1 also responded to the incident to assist with coordination efforts on the ground.

Authorities confirmed that the blaze has been successfully contained. While the fire caused a local alarm, current reports indicate that the situation is under control thanks to the prompt intervention of the responding teams. There have been no immediate reports regarding the total extent of the damage or the specific cause of the ignition, and authorities remain on the scene to monitor the area.