cyprus fire — The Cyprus Fire Service had a busy transition into 2026, responding to 34 incidents in the last 24 hours, including 11 fires and 23 special service calls. Fire Service spokesperson Andreas Kettis reported that several blazes appear to have been started intentionally.
- As the investigation into these incidents continues, the Fire Service is on high alert for any further suspicious activities as the community transitions into the New Year.
Cyprus fire: Fires Erupt in Famagusta District
In the Famagusta District, firefighters were deployed to multiple incidents. The first call came at 00:55 when a fire engine from the Famagusta station responded to a fire in the centre of Deryneia. Two motorcycles of unknown ownership were destroyed in this fire, raising concerns about potential arson.
Shortly after, at 01:17, another fire was reported in Paralimni, where a large 1,100-litre waste bin was set ablaze in the town’s main square. Both incidents prompted the involvement of police alongside fire crews, and initial assessments indicate that groups of youths may have intentionally set the fires.
A Vehicle Fire in Strovolos
Later in the night, at 02:14, Nicosia fire stations received an alert about a private vehicle on fire in Strovolos, parked outside its owner’s home. Fortunately, the vehicle owner managed to extinguish most of the flames using a handheld fire extinguisher before firefighters arrived on the scene. Fire crews then conducted a thorough wash-down, inspected the vehicle, and ventilated the area to ensure safety.
Two fire engines were dispatched to handle the situation, and an official investigation into the cause of this vehicle fire is currently underway. The swift actions of both the vehicle owner and the fire service helped to mitigate what could have been a more severe incident.
As the investigation into these incidents continues, the Fire Service is on high alert for any further suspicious activities as the community transitions into the New Year.
