Major fire in Larnaca: National Guard post evacuated, aircraft involved in firefighting
Major fire in Larnaca: National Guard post evacuated, aircraft involved in firefighting
A major wildfire broke out on Friday afternoon in the area between the villages of Kossia and Athienou in Larnaca District.
According to the Department of Forests, 10 firefighting crews and seven aircraft are operating at the scene. Firefighters are tackling three separate fire fronts.
In response to the situation, the «Icarus» plan was activated, while one of the National Guard posts was evacuated as a precautionary measure.
Efforts to contain the fire are continuing.
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