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Hierokipia Municipality: Only Seven Shelters – Mayor Calls for Measures

Published March 5, 2026, 12:12
Hierokipia Municipality: Only Seven Shelters – Mayor Calls for Measures

The Mayor of Hierokipia, Nikos Palios, held a meeting with representatives of Civil Defence regarding civil protection and crisis management, given the increased need for public safety. During the meeting, a serious shortage of shelters in the municipality was identified, with only seven shelters existing within the boundaries of Hierokipia, all in Geroskipou, while the remaining four municipal districts have none. The Mayor proposed the immediate inclusion of the Christoforos Chatzilampris Health Centre in Koloni and the Geroskipou Multi-Purpose Child Service Centre in the shelter list, also suggesting the provision of urban planning incentives to increase shelters in large developments and new buildings. Furthermore, the Mayor requested the installation of warning sirens in the municipal districts of Konia, Timi, Agia Marinouda and Acheleia, to enhance public preparedness in the event of an emergency. It was agreed to organise an event to inform the public about the operational plans of Civil Defence and self-protection measures, aiming to better prepare citizens for potential crises.