Electric scooter fire reported in Nicosia apartment building

A fire broke out shortly after midnight on August 20, 2026, in an apartment located on the third floor of a residential building in the Agios Antonios area of Nicosia. The Nicosia Fire Service dispatched three fire engines from the Paphos Gate and Kaimakli stations to respond to the incident at 00:25. The resident of the apartment discovered the flames early and made attempts to extinguish them before professional crews arrived, while other building occupants safely evacuated the premises without injury.

Investigations conducted by the Police and the Electromechanical Service identified that the fire originated from a power outlet in the living room area where the electric scooter was being charged. While some sources initially reported the fire occurred in a communal stairwell, official statements confirmed the incident took place inside a private apartment. The scooter sustained significant damage, and the apartment suffered minor smoke-related issues to the walls. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause, with fire officials urging residents to prioritize the use of reliable equipment and to avoid overloading power strips.