As the fire progressed, instructions were given to evacuate homes for precautionary reasons.
The worst came before the powerful fire brigades, who managed to bring under control the fire that broke out, in the midst of strong winds, in the area of the Paramali community.
The head of the British Bases Fire Service, Jim Gray thanked the Republic of Cyprus Fire Service, the Forestry Department and the Jordanian air firefighting crew for their support and prompt response, “ensuring that we all work together to bring the fire under control in difficult conditions.” He added that there are no reports of injuries or material damage.
It is noted that, during the progress of the fire, the Monastery of the Council of Christ – Agios Georgios was evacuated as a precaution, as well as a number of residences and properties belonging to the British.
< p>Also, according to chief fire chief Nikos Longinos, it is estimated that 1.5 square meters of wild vegetation, bushes and trees have burned, while the cause of the fire is being investigated.
In the area, where he also rushed the Minister of Agriculture Maria Panagiotou, firefighting forces remain for final extinguishing and perimeter checks.
