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New Year's Eve Sees Multiple Fires in Cyprus

Published January 1, 2026, 09:10
New Year's Eve Sees Multiple Fires in Cyprus

On New Year's Eve, the Fire Service responded to 34 incidents, including 11 fires and 23 special services. In Famagusta, two fires were extinguished in motorcycles and a waste bin in Deryneia and Paralimni respectively, with the presence of the Police. Authorities are investigating the possibility of arson by young people. In Strovolos, Nicosia, a fire in a private vehicle was extinguished before the Fire Service arrived, using a fire extinguisher, while the Service proceeded with final extinguishing and inspection.