Yellow heat warning issued in Cyprus

Cyprus’s Meteorological Service has issued a yellow warning for Friday due to expected high temperatures.

The warning will be in effect from 14:00 to 16:30. In the central areas of the island, air temperatures may rise to around 40 degrees.

At the same time, the Forestry Department said that the danger level for the outbreak and spread of forest fires would remain red on Friday.

The department reminded the public that deliberately or negligently starting a fire is a violation of the law and carries severe penalties.

Residents and visitors to the island were urged to exercise the utmost caution while enjoying the outdoors and to completely avoid any actions that could lead to a fire.

Anyone who detects smoke or fire should immediately call 1407 (Forestry Department) or 112 (Fire Service).