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Fire from Candle in Kitchen – Elderly Woman Hospitalized

Published March 25, 2026, 09:04
Fire from Candle in Kitchen – Elderly Woman Hospitalized

The Fire Service responded to a total of 28 incidents in the last 24 hours, including 18 fires, eight special services, and two false calls. A significant incident occurred in the community of Kalopanagiotis, where a fire broke out in an auxiliary kitchen. A neighbor managed to extinguish the fire before the arrival of the Fire Service, using a carbon dioxide (CO2) fire extinguisher, preventing its spread. The homeowner, an elderly woman, was taken to hospital as a precaution due to panic. The fire appears to have been caused by a forgotten lit candle, reminding the public of the need for caution when using open flames.