Fire Breaks Out in Abandoned House in Limassol, Fire Department Mobilized

The Fire Department in Limassol was mobilized on Clean Monday afternoon to extinguish a fire that broke out in an abandoned house near Leontiou Street. The fire caused thick smoke visible from a long distance, causing concern among residents. Five fire engines and off-duty personnel rushed to the scene to tackle the flames. According to Fire Department spokesperson Andreas Kettis, inside the house were items of mechanical games, such as pinball machines. The fire spread throughout the building, which was unoccupied, with no reports of trapped individuals. Firefighters focused on extinguishing the fire and protecting neighboring buildings from further damage. The extinguishing operation continued for some time, with firefighters making every effort to fully control the situation. The cause of the fire remains unknown and will be investigated by the authorities. The Fire Department urges citizens to be particularly careful and avoid causing fires, especially in dry and windy areas.