Two firefighters die in building collapse in Zefyri, Greece

Two Greek firefighters, aged 44 and 23, lost their lives on November 14, 2026, while responding to an urban fire in an abandoned building in Zefyri. The tragedy occurred when a portion of the structure collapsed, trapping the two individuals in the basement. A third firefighter was also present but managed to escape the incident with only minor injuries.

In response to the tragedy, the Cyprus Fire Service and the Cypriot government officially extended their condolences to the Hellenic Fire Service. Chief of the Cyprus Fire Service, Nikos Longinos, conveyed sympathies on behalf of the Republic of Cyprus and Minister of Justice and Public Order, Costas Fytiris, to the Chief of the Hellenic Fire Service, Lieutenant General Theodoros Vayias. The Cypriot authorities highlighted the sacrifice of the two personnel, describing their efforts as an act of immense courage and dedication to protecting lives and property. The incident has caused widespread mourning within the firefighting communities of both Greece and Cyprus.