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Dust Persists: Paralimni in "Orange" – Paphos "Green" (MAP)

Published February 17, 2026, 09:13
Dust Persists: Paralimni in "Orange" – Paphos "Green" (MAP)

A new dust episode is affecting Cyprus and is expected to last until Wednesday morning. Air quality measurements taken at 8:00 a.m. today show Paralimni at an "orange" alert level with 125.3 μg/m3, while Larnaca, Ormideia and Agia Marina Xyliatou are also at the same level. Air quality is slightly better in Nicosia and Limassol, with 81.3 μg/m3 and 72.1 μg/m3, respectively. Only Paphos is at a "green" level, with 45.5 μg/m3. Citizens are advised to take appropriate protective measures, especially vulnerable populations.