Latest forest fires burn 20 hectares in Paphos and 3 hectares in Limassol, Cyprus

Around 20 hectares of pine forest and wild vegetation are estimated to have been burnt by the forest fire in the area of Paphos, said Forests Department spokesman George Constantinou on Tuesday. In a statement to CNA, Constantinou said that three aircrafts were able to operate in the area early on Tuesday morning and the fire has now been contained. There was no need to activate the “Icarus 2” plan or to reinforce the flying means, as was initially announced, he noted, adding that strong forces will remain...