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Windy New Year's Day in Cyprus: Scaffolding Falls and Dust Storms

Published January 1, 2026, 20:50
Windy New Year's Day in Cyprus: Scaffolding Falls and Dust Storms

Cyprus was affected by strong winds on New Year's Day, with a Yellow Warning in effect from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Winds reached up to 8 Beaufort locally, especially in the interior and northwest, but are expected to weaken from tonight. The strong winds caused problems, such as the transport of dry dust on the roads, affecting visibility and traffic. The Fire Service was called to deal with the collapse of scaffolding in Nicosia, with no injuries reported. Meanwhile, light snowfall occurred in Troodos, but it did not last long. Weather forecasts do not predict rain until Monday, with temperatures remaining close to normal levels.