paphos fires — Firefighters have successfully tamed two blazes near Paphos villages, marking a swift response to the fires that erupted on Sunday, 16 November 2025, at 10:20 am.
- paphos fires — Firefighters have successfully tamed two blazes near Paphos villages, marking a swift response to the fires that erupted on Sunday, 16 November 2025, at 10:20 am.
- The fires broke out close to the communities of Agia Varvara and Anarita. Within just over an hour, by 11:30 am, firefighting teams had achieved full control of both incidents.
- Near Agia Varvara, the fire consumed approximately one hectare of stubble, while the fire near Anarita was more extensive, destroying ten decares of bushes and low wild vegetation.
The fires broke out close to the communities of Agia Varvara and Anarita. Within just over an hour, by 11:30 am, firefighting teams had achieved full control of both incidents.
Near Agia Varvara, the fire consumed approximately one hectare of stubble, while the fire near Anarita was more extensive, destroying ten decares of bushes and low wild vegetation.
A coordinated effort involved four personnel from the Forestry Department, equipped with one fire engine, alongside four Fire Service staff, who brought two fire engines to the scene. Additionally, two members from the Game and Fauna Service assisted with another fire engine, demonstrating a unified response from various agencies.
Authorities are currently investigating the causes of these fires, aiming to determine how they ignited in the first place. Fire safety remains a priority for the region, especially with the dry conditions prevalent at this time of year.
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