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1. Torrential rain floods Larnaca roads and sends water into homes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-rain-floods-larnaca-roads-and-sends-water-into-homes

Roads disappeared beneath muddy water and rain poured into homes and basements as severe thunderstorms swept across parts of Larnaca on Friday....

2. Nicosia steps up mosquito spraying after heavy rains

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nicosia-steps-up-mosquito-spraying-after-heavy-rains

Nicosia Municipality has stepped up mosquito spraying across the capital after heavy rain, sunshine and high temperatures created ideal breeding conditions....

3. Half the Xynisteri crop may be lost—but your bottle should not cost more

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/half-the-xynisteri-crop-may-be-lost—but-your-bottle-should-not-cost-more

Cyprus’ most widely planted white grape variety, Xynisteri, is under attack from all sides this year. As a result, its price has soared just weeks before the harvest....

4. Venice, without the gondolas: Summer storm floods Nicosia streets (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/venice-without-the-gondolas-summer-storm-floods-nicosia-streets

For a few hours on Monday, parts of Nicosia looked less like Europe’s sunniest capital and more like the streets of Venice — only without the gondolas, romance or tourists taking photographs....

5. Good news for summer? Cyprus dams rise after days of heavy rain

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/good-news-for-summer-cyprus-dams-rise-after-days-of-heavy-rain

After months of concern over water reserves, Cyprus received a welcome boost this week as heavy rainfall from Storm Erminio significantly increased inflows into the island’s dams, a development officials say could help ease pressure ahead of the challenging summer season....

6. Heavy rains boost Cyprus' dams, but water shortages still a concern

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-boost-cyprus-dams-but-water-shortages-still-a-concern

Cyprus got a welcome boost to its water reserves over the past four days, with more than 3 million cubic meters of rainwater filling the country’s dams, according to the latest measurements from the Department of Water Development. The 18 largest dams in the free areas of Cyprus are now 22.1% full....

7. Cyprus' water crisis deepens as dams run half empty

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-water-crisis-deepens-as-dams-run-half-empty

This winter’s performance, at least when it comes to water flowing into Cyprus’ dams, has created what officials describe as an explosive situation. ...

8. Two dead as heavy rains turn Athens streets into rivers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-dead-as-heavy-rains-turn-athens-streets-into-rivers

A fierce wave of winter storms has flooded the heart of Athens and shaken the wider region, turning busy streets into rushing waterways and leaving at least two people dead, officials said Thursday amid ongoing chaos from heavy rain, gale‑force winds and snow in higher terrain....

9. Heavy rains deliver biggest boost to Cyprus dams this year (videos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-deliver-biggest-boost-to-cyprus-dams-this-year-videos

After several days of sustained rainfall across Cyprus, the low-pressure system currently affecting the island has brought the most substantial boost to dam reserves so far this hydrological year....

10. Troodos wraps up Friday in snowy splendor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-wraps-up-friday-in-snowy-splendor

As Friday comes to a close, the Troodos mountains have been transformed into a winter spectacle, with heavy snowfall covering peaks, forests, and villages in a thick blanket of white. Videos from Kitas Weather and the Department of Forests captured the gradually deepening snow, creating striking winter scenes across the area....

11. Heavy rains cause landslides on Limassol-Paphos Motorway

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-cause-landslides-on-limassol-paphos-motorway

Police have issued a safety warning for the Limassol-Paphos motorway following severe rainfall that caused soil landslides and flooding. ...

12. Rare desert rains flood Dubai and Abu Dhabi

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rare-desert-rains-flood-dubai-and-abu-dhabi

Heavy rain in a part of the world known for sunshine, not storms, brought large parts of the United Arab Emirates to a standstill early Friday, flooding roads in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and disrupting travel just days before the holiday rush....

13. Red alert: Cyprus beach turns scarlet after heavy rains

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/red-alert-cyprus-beach-turns-scarlet-after-heavy-rains

Visitors to Agia Triada beach in the Kapparis area got an unusual surprise this week when the normally blue waters turned striking shades of red....

14. Heavy rains continue, flooding roads and homes across Cyprus (photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-continue-flooding-roads-and-homes-across-cyprus-photos

Heavy rains are drenching Cyprus, bringing relief to some after weeks of concern over water levels but also creating disruptions and safety risks as the storm system Byron moves across the island....

15. Cyprus on alert for severe weather: Both Paralimni-Deryneia and the occupied areas on alert

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-on-alert-for-severe-weather-both-paralimni-deryneia-and-the-occupied-areas-on-alert

Cyprus is facing a rapid deterioration in weather conditions, prompting authorities on both sides of the island to activate emergency readiness mechanisms....

16. “Byron” rains revive Cyprus dams, Mavrokolympos leads the way

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/byron-rains-revive-cyprus-dams-mavrokolympos-leads-the-way

The low-pressure system known as “Byron,” which has been affecting Cyprus since last Saturday, delivered much-needed rainfall across several regions, resulting in a notable increase in dam water levels....

17. The waterfall of Saint Neophytos springs back to life (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/the-waterfall-of-saint-neophytos-springs-back-to-life-video

The scenic waterfall at the Monastery of Saint Neophytos in Paphos has reappeared following several days of persistent rainfall, delighting visitors and pilgrims alike. ...

18. Heavy rains fail to rescue Cyprus reservoirs from record low levels

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rains-fail-to-rescue-cyprus-reservoirs-from-record-low-levels

Since the start of October, inflows have totaled just 295,000 cubic meters, the lowest in the past ten years for this time of year....

19. Severe storm system ADEL to batter Cyprus with heavy thunderstorms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-storm-system-adel-to-batter-cyprus-with-heavy-thunderstorms

Cyprus is bracing for a period of severe weather as a barometric low system, named ADEL, moves across the region, bringing heavy thunderstorms, strong winds, and the possibility of hail from Saturday night through Sunday....

20. Heavy flooding in Nicosia traps school bus and shuts key roads

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-flooding-in-nicosia-traps-school-bus-and-shuts-key-roads

Severe flooding in Nicosia has forced authorities to respond to dozens of emergencies and close key roads in the city....

21. Heavy rain and strong winds hit Nicosia as yellow warning remains in effect

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/heavy-rain-and-strong-winds-hit-nicosia-as-yellow-warning-remains-in-effect

Heavy rain and gusty winds are currently affecting the Nicosia district, as the Department of Meteorology’s yellow warning remains in effect. Videos from the Engomi area show downpours lashing streets and trees bending in strong winds....

22. Summer showers surprise Cyprus mountains as August rains sweep in (video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/1-summer-showers-surprise-cyprus-mountains-as-august-rains-sweep-in

Summer rains drenched the mountains of Cyprus on Wednesday, providing an unusual mid-season spectacle as clouds unleashed heavy showers across the island’s highlands....

23. Private schools in Cyprus: A price tag that packs a punch

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/private-schools-in-cyprus-a-price-tag-that-packs-a-punch

Summer rains drenched the mountains of Cyprus on Wednesday, providing an unusual mid-season spectacle as clouds unleashed heavy showers across the island’s highlands....

24. Torrential rains lash Cyprus, flooding streets and causing chaos

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/torrential-rains-lash-cyprus-flooding-streets-and-causing-chaos

Torrential rain hammered parts of Cyprus on Friday afternoon, turning streets into rivers and creating flash floods that caused traffic chaos and panic in several areas....

25. Troodos gets its White Christmas, thanks to ''Elena''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-gets-its-white-christmas-thanks-to-elena

It looks like the holiday classic "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" got a real-life rendition in Troodos this year, as the mountain region woke up to a snowy wonderland late on Christmas Day. ...

26. Storm 'Bora' sweeps across Cyprus (Videos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storm-bora-sweeps-across-cyprus

The low-pressure system ''Bora'' made its way to Cyprus today, bringing widespread cloud cover, rain in several areas, and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Although not as severe as its impact on Greece, the storm has already left its mark across the island....

27. Weekend rains bring floods across Cyprus; full forecast ahead (videos and pics)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weekend-rains-bring-floods-across-cyprus-full-forecast-ahead-videos-and-pics

Intense rainfall and hailstorms on Sunday caused flooding, road closures, and damage in several regions across Cyprus, triggering emergency responses....

28. Red alert issued for Barcelona as torrential rains raise ‘extreme danger’

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/red-alert-issued-for-barcelona-as-torrential-rains-raise-‘extreme-danger

Authorities in Barcelona issued a red alert warning of "extreme danger" as torrential rains continue to batter the area, with similar severe weather plaguing other regions of Spain, where search efforts are ongoing for missing persons....

29. Storm wreaks havoc in Limassol and Paphos, floods hospital and damages farms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/storm-wreaks-havoc-in-limassol-and-paphos-floods-hospital-and-damages-farms

A powerful storm on Saturday brought significant damage to Cyprus, with Limassol and Paphos provinces hit hardest....

30. Spain’s King pelted with eggs amid fury over flood response in Valencia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spain-s-king-pelted-with-eggs-amid-fury-over-flood-response-in-valencia

Spain’s King Felipe and Queen Letizia faced an angry backlash during a visit to the flood-ravaged Valencia region on Monday, where crowds hurled eggs and booed as they met with residents....

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