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Civil Defence Activated in Akrotiri Following Drone Incident

Published March 2, 2026, 09:16
Civil Defence Activated in Akrotiri Following Drone Incident

The Cyprus Civil Defence Force has been fully activated following the incident involving an unmanned aerial vehicle at the Akrotiri British Bases. Civil Defence forces have been deployed to the area to support and inform residents, in coordination with local authorities and the British Bases Administration. Temporary accommodation has been arranged for citizens at the Limassol Youth Control Centre, while Civil Defence teams are providing information and assistance in the Akrotiri area. In case of need, sirens will be activated and citizens will be informed about the direction to the nearest shelters. The Ministry of Interior is closely monitoring the situation and is in constant coordination with relevant services.