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Recent fire incidents and civil protection updates in Cyprus

Several fire incidents were reported across Cyprus in mid-May 2026. On May 12, a fire at 14:56 in Lympia, Nicosia district, affected 15 decares of wild vegetation, while another blaze in Kalo Chorio, Larnaca, on May 14, destroyed five hectares and 100 hay bales. Additionally, an early morning fire on May 14 at a club in Lakatamia caused extensive damage, and a fire at an abandoned restaurant kiosk near Governor’s Beach, Limassol, occurred on the night of May 12. Investigations into the causes of these fires are ongoing. In a broader context, the President of the Republic held a meeting to strengthen the National Civil Protection Mechanism. Cyprus has increased its aerial firefighting fleet to 14 aircraft and is implementing new emergency systems, including the NG 112 system and remote fire monitoring centers, to enhance prevention for the 2026 fire season.

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Fire in wooden kiosk near Governor’s beach
Cyprus Mail · 13 May 2026, 08:54
Fire breaks out in garbage collection vehicle
Sigmalive English · 12 May 2026, 15:15
Σύσκεψη για πυρκαγιές
Philenews · 12 May 2026, 11:30
Forest fire near Limassol swiftly extinguished
Cyprus Mail · 10 May 2026, 17:12
Fire Service tackles fires across Cyprus in one day
en.philenews.com · 9 May 2026, 18:03
Forest fire in Inia brought under full control
Cyprus Mail · 9 May 2026, 17:15
Two Paphos fires brought under control within minutes
en.philenews.com · 9 May 2026, 16:12
Large fire breaks out in Kaimakli buffer zone
en.philenews.com · 8 May 2026, 16:33