Press Release
SafeIsland CY, a new free mobile app for iOS and Android, is now live and available to the public as part of an initial pilot phase, helping people in Cyprus report signs of wildfires, receive nearby alerts and access key fire-safety information through one interactive map.
Developed by Brickworks Games as part of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative, the initiative established by TechIsland® following the devastating wildfires of 2025, with the aim of supporting affected communities and strengthening wildfire prevention, preparedness and immediate response.
SafeIsland CY is a community-powered public-safety tool designed to improve early awareness and help communities share useful information faster during periods of increased wildfire risk.
The app is being launched in collaboration with Kitas Weather, who will administer the platform during the pilot phase, support the provision of timely updates and assist with the review and verification of information submitted through the app.
This initial pilot period will allow TechIsland, Brickworks Games and Kitas Weather to assess how the platform performs in real-life conditions, gather feedback from users and relevant stakeholders, and identify opportunities to further strengthen its functionality, content and operating processes.
The app was created for residents especially in rural, mountain and high-risk areas, where early local information can make a real difference. During the first minutes of a wildfire, information is often fragmented. People nearby may notice smoke, blocked roads or changing wind conditions before this information becomes widely visible. SafeIsland CY helps close this gap by making local observations easier to share, verify and access.
Through the app, users can report smoke or fire by placing a pin on the map, add a photo or short description from the ground, receive alerts about nearby community reports and view active reports on a live map. This allows users to stay better informed while at home, on the road, in rural areas or near the mountains.
The app is not intended to replace emergency services. In the event of immediate danger, citizens should always contact the relevant authorities through the official emergency channels. SafeIsland CY is designed to support early awareness, improve access to useful local information and help communities share observations more quickly and responsibly.
SafeIsland CY has also been designed with a privacy-first approach. The app does not use background location tracking. Location is used only when a user submits a report, and users decide what information they share. Reports focus on the incident, not on the person reporting it.
SafeIsland CY is available for free download on iOS and Android.
Download SafeIsland CY:
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/cy/app/safeisland-cy/id6762454857
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cy.island.safe
Citizens are encouraged to download the app, enable notifications and become familiar with its basic functions, helping their communities access and share wildfire-related information faster and more responsibly.
The app was presented to the public for the first time during the presentation event of the TechIsland Wildfire Initiative, held by TechIsland® on 23 July 2026 at The Warehouse by IT Quarter in Limassol.
Georgy Beloglazov, CEO of Brickworks Games, commented:
“SafeIsland CY was created with a clear purpose: to use technology in a practical way so that people and communities can share timely and useful information when there is a potential wildfire risk. The first minutes are often critical, and access to local information can support better awareness and faster mobilisation. The pilot phase will allow us to observe how the app is used in real-life conditions, listen to users and continue improving the platform. We are proud that the Brickworks Games team has contributed to an initiative that directly supports the safety and resilience of Cyprus.”
Eric Kitas, founder of Kitas Weather commented:
“We are pleased to collaborate with TechIsland and Brickworks Games for SafeIsland CY. Timely and reliable information is particularly important during periods of increased wildfire risk. Through our role in administering the platform, we aim to help ensure that the app provides useful and responsible information to communities across Cyprus.”
Tanya Romanyukha, General Manager of TechIsland, added:
“The TechIsland Wildfire Initiative is built on the belief that collaboration can lead to practical and meaningful solutions for Cyprus. SafeIsland CY is an example of how technology, community participation and local expertise can come together to support awareness, prevention and preparedness. We are grateful to Brickworks Games for developing the platform and to Kitas Weather for taking an active role in administering it during this important pilot phase. We encourage people across Cyprus to download the app, use it responsibly and share their feedback so that we can continue strengthening it as an additional tool for community awareness.”
