Forest Fire Near Paphos Started at Illegal Dog Shelter
A large forest fire broke out in the vicinity of Paphos, Cyprus. The blaze is believed to have started at an illegal dog shelter.
According to emergency services, the fire began yesterday evening around 6:00 PM in Polemi, Paphos. The flames quickly spread through the area, destroying approximately five hectares of wild and low vegetation.
Both ground and aerial forces were deployed to combat the fire. The blaze was brought under control after three hours, around 9:00 PM.
Firefighting teams remained on the scene throughout the night to monitor for potential new flare-ups. There have been no reports of injuries resulting from the incident.
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Born in 1984 in Russia, in the city of Yekaterinburg (Sverdlovsk region). Since 2023, he has been living in Northern Cyprus. Education: Ural State University (UrGU, now UrFU), Faculty of Journalism. Specialization – journalist (2007). Professional experience: From 2003 to 2023, he worked in…
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