Strovolos: Fire in Apartment Due to Drone Battery Charging

A fire broke out at 6:30 am on Saturday in an apartment on the 2nd floor of a building in Strovolos. Police and Fire Service forces rushed to the scene, and the building was evacuated as a precaution. The fire was contained to the room where it started and was extinguished by the Fire Service, without spreading to other parts of the building. There were no injuries, however, the tenant and his wife were taken to Nicosia General Hospital for precautionary examinations due to smoke inhalation. Initial investigations indicate that the fire started while charging drone batteries belonging to the tenant. The Police are continuing their investigations to determine the exact circumstances that led to the fire. The incident highlights the risks associated with improper battery charging, especially for high-tech devices such as drones. Authorities remind the importance of following safety instructions when using such devices.