WEATHER Storms may affect much of the island before conditions gradually ease, with a more settled outlook for Friday and the weekend. Photo credit: Unsplash Thursday weather: Yellow warning returns as Cyprus braces for heavy rain and thunderstorms Newsroom A yellow thunderstorm warning is in force across Cyprus until 17:00, with heavy downpours, likely hail and wind gusts of up to 8 Beaufort expected. Conditions should gradually ease, bringing a calmer outlook for Friday and the weekend. READ MORE
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