pera orinis — A fire broke out in Pera Orinis, with the flames starting at a location known as Kato Vouno on Saturday afternoon. The Department of Forests reported that the fire began at 5:45pm and was effectively contained within 30 minutes, by 6:15pm.
- As the investigation into the cause of the fire is underway, authorities are assessing the environmental impact and ensuring that similar incidents can be averted in the future.
Thanks to early detection and the swift action of firefighting crews, the fire was brought under control before it could spread significantly. The incident resulted in the burning of approximately four decares of low wild vegetation.
The firefighting operation involved six members of the Department of Forests, who arrived with two fire engines. They were supported by three personnel from the Fire Service, who brought an additional fire engine to assist in managing the situation.
As the investigation into the cause of the fire is underway, authorities are assessing the environmental impact and ensuring that similar incidents can be averted in the future.
