Heatwave continues – Red alert for fires

08:02 - 21 July 2023

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Cyprus' met office has issued another yellow warning for “extreme high temperatures” on 21 July, which are expected to reach around 41 C.

It came as the forestry department extended its “Red Alert” for the risk of forest fires, reiterating how lighting a fire without a permit is prohibited and a criminal offence punishable with up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to €50,000, or both. The Prevention of Fires in the Countryside Law provides for up to five years in prison or a fine of up to €20,000, or both.

Lighting a fire for food preparation is only allowed in the designated barbecue areas of picnic sites, it said.

The Department has also called on the public to be especially careful during their outings, to avoid actions and activities that are likely to cause a fire, such as the use of tools or agricultural machinery that produce heat, sparks or flame, such as angle grinders, and welding.

In case of smoke or fire the public is urged to immediately call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Service).

Heatwave continues – Red alert for fires

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