Recent fire incidents in Cyprus involve vehicle blazes and arson at construction sites

Over the weekend of November 6–9, 2026, the Cyprus Fire Service responded to 124 emergency calls, including 65 fires. On Sunday, November 8, a wild vegetation fire in Anarita, Paphos, destroyed seven decares of land before being controlled by the Forestry Department and the Fire Service. Additionally, several vehicle fires were reported across the country, including incidents in Aglandjia, Polemidia, and Paphos, which were attributed to technical malfunctions or under investigation.

Separately, in the early hours of Monday, November 9, two municipal construction sites on Kanari Street in Paphos were targeted by arsonists around 04:30. Acting Mayor Angelos Onisiforos strongly condemned the vandalism and noted that CCTV footage is being reviewed to identify the perpetrators. He emphasized that the municipality intends to hold those responsible accountable through the judicial system, regardless of their background or status.

The authorities continue to investigate the causes of the various fires, particularly focusing on the suspicious activity in Paphos. The Fire Service remains in a state of high operational readiness following the busy three-day period that saw 27 fires reported within the final 24 hours alone.