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1. Volunteers join forces to clean up Souni after fires (PHOTOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/volunteers-join-forces-to-clean-up-souni-after-fires-photos

In a coordinated effort to aid recovery after recent fires, the Bank of Cyprus partnered with the Office of the Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities to conduct a community cleanup in the affected area....

2. The wildfires and the “information” about a possible arsonists’ plot

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/the-wildfires-and-the-information-about-a-possible-arsonists-plot

Even before the destructive wildfire in the wine villages was fully extinguished, news was leaked to the media that the police were investigating “information” about a possible arsonists’ plot....

3. Elderly couple identified in Limassol wildfire deaths; Route safety questioned

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elderly-couple-identified-in-limassol-wildfire-deaths-route-safety-questioned

Authorities have confirmed the identities of an elderly couple who died in last week’s wildfire in the Limassol mountains after their car was trapped by flames on the Monagri–Alassa road....

4. Compensation for fire victims: Registration in the FIMAS System required

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/compensation-for-fire-victims-registration-in-the-fimas-system-required

he District Administration of Limassol has sent forms to the fire-affected communities to be completed by those claiming compensation for their properties damaged by the devastating wildfire and who are not already registered in the Integrated Administrative and Financial Information System of the General Accounting Office (FIMAS)....

5. Restoring power after Limassol fire proves lengthy, officials say

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/restoring-power-after-limassol-fire-proves-lengthy-officials-say

Crews are working around the clock to restore electricity in fire-hit areas of Limassol, but the effort remains slow and complex, authorities said Monday....

6. Tip about arson plot triggered alert, patrols across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tip-about-arson-plot-triggered-alert-patrols-across-cyprus

Authorities have been on high alert since Saturday, July 26, investigating both the causes of devastating fires in the Limassol mountains and reports of organized arson. ...

7. Water supply restored in Limassol after wildfires, officials say

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/water-supply-restored-in-limassol-after-wildfires-officials-say

The water supply network in Limassol is gradually returning to normal following the devastating wildfires in the region’s mountainous areas, officials said Monday....

8. Wildfire burns 1.3% of Cyprus’ land, satellite data shows

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-burns-1-3-of-cyprus-land-satellite-data-shows

A massive wildfire that swept through Cyprus’ Limassol district last week has scorched more than 120 square kilometers, according to new satellite analysis released by the ERATOSTHENES Centre of Excellence....

9. One apology, twelve measures but no resignation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/one-apology-twelve-measures-but-no-resignation

President Nikos Christodoulides delivered an emergency address in a bid to calm the growing public backlash over the deadly wildfire that ravaged areas in the Limassol mountains. ...

10. Group slams government for rejecting Turkish Cypriot offer to help fight fires

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/group-slams-government-for-rejecting-turkish-cypriot-offer-to-help-fight-fires

A Cypriot civic group has criticized the government for turning down an offer of help from the Turkish Cypriot community to fight last week’s deadly wildfires, calling the move “an unacceptable political stance.”...

11. ''We Failed'': President apologizes over wildfire response, announces 12 relief measures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/we-failed-president-apologizes-over-wildfire-response-announces-12-relief-measures

President Nikos Christodoulides has announced a 12-point relief package to support residents affected by the deadly wildfire that tore through mountainous villages in the Limassol district, claiming two lives and leaving a trail of destruction....

12. Ambulance teams play vital role during Cyprus wildfires, handling 70 cases

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ambulance-teams-play-vital-role-during-cyprus-wildfires-handling-70-cases

The Ambulance Service responded to 70 incidents during the recent wildfires, transporting 16 patients to Limassol General Hospital for further treatment....

13. Cyprus Police probe suspected arson plot as Troodos forests put on alert

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-probe-suspected-arson-plot-as-troodos-forests-put-on-alert

Police said Saturday they are investigating reports of an organized plan to set fires in the Troodos Mountains after videos and online posts raised alarms about suspicious activity....

14. Police to review traffic camera cases linked to Limassol wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-to-review-traffic-camera-cases-linked-to-limassol-wildfire

Police said they will review all traffic violations recorded by mobile speed cameras in areas affected by the deadly wildfire in Limassol and neighboring districts....

15. Overflowing generosity pauses aid drive, Cyprus Red Cross says

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/overflowing-generosity-pauses-aid-drive-cyprus-red-cross-says

The Cyprus Red Cross said Saturday it is temporarily suspending the collection of essential items for victims of the recent wildfires in the Limassol mountains after an outpouring of public donations exceeded its processing capacity....

16. Justice Minister walks back remarks after backlash over wildfire deaths

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/justice-minister-walks-back-remarks-after-backlash-over-wildfire-deaths

Justice and Public Order Minister Marios Hartsiotis moved to clarify remarks he made earlier this week about the deadly wildfire that swept through rural Cyprus, after his initial comments drew sharp criticism for downplaying the deaths of two residents....

17. Fire risk? In July? Send our Wildfire Chief to Australia!

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/fire-risk-in-july-send-our-wildfire-chief-to-australia

"Now is not the time for blame," declared the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Hartsiotis. But when has it ever been?...

18. Farm animals among the silent victims of Limassol fires

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/farm-animals-among-the-silent-victims-of-limassol-fires

As wildfires continue to ravage parts of mountainous Limassol, the damage isn’t limited to property and nature; dozens of farm animals have also perished in the flames....

19. Elderly couple dies after taking wrong turn while fleeing wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elderly-couple-dies-after-taking-wrong-turn-while-fleeing-wildfire

What was meant to be a safe escape from a fast-moving wildfire turned into tragedy for an elderly couple from the village of Silikou, who were found burned to death in their car after taking the wrong road while trying to flee the flames, according to Kathimerini's Marios Christofi....

20. Lives lost, homes destroyed and animals left behind (pictures and video)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/lives-lost-homes-destroyed-and-animals-left-behind-pictures-and-video

As the flames die down, the devastation left behind by the wildfire that tore through the Limassol district is coming into painful focus....

21. UPDATE: Cyprus battles rekindling wildfire hotspots after massive blaze scorches over 120 square kilometers (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/update-cyprus-battles-rekindling-wildfire-hotspots-after-massive-blaze-scorches-over-120-square-kilometers

Cyprus is battling rekindling wildfire hotspots across the Limassol district Thursday evening, after a massive blaze scorched more than 120 square kilometers, destroyed dozens of homes, and forced widespread evacuations....

22. Traffic camera van seen near evacuation zone raises questions during Limassol wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/traffic-camera-van-seen-near-evacuation-zone-raises-questions-during-limassol-wildfire

As residents of Ypsonas returned briefly to collect belongings from their homes following a precautionary evacuation order, some were surprised to encounter a mobile traffic camera van stationed along a road in the area....

23. Authorities await DNA results to identify victims of Limassol wildfire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-await-dna-results-to-identify-victims-of-limassol-wildfire

The bodies of two people found in a burned vehicle during the Limassol wildfire remain unidentified, with authorities awaiting DNA test results to confirm their identities....

24. Historic Church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in Vouni destroyed by fire

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/historic-church-of-agios-ioannis-the-russian-in-vouni-destroyed-by-fire

The small church of Agios Ioannis the Russian in the village of Vouni, Limassol, has been reduced to ashes after being engulfed by the wildfires that swept through the area earlier this week....

25. Justice Minister: ''Now is not the time for blame'' -- Actually, it is.

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/justice-minister-now-is-not-the-time-for-blame-actually-it-is

Another summer, another wildfire, and once again, the Cyprus government seems utterly unprepared....

26. Minister under fire as residents slam state response to wildfires

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/minister-under-fire-as-residents-slam-state-response-to-wildfires

Justice Minister Marios Hartsiotis pushed back Thursday against growing criticism from residents and community leaders, who say authorities were too slow and disorganized in responding to the wildfires that swept through mountain villages this week, killing two people and destroying homes....

27. Wildfire hits Souni: Homes burn as volunteers rush to save dogs (videos and pics)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/wildfire-hits-souni-homes-burn-as-volunteers-rush-to-save-dogs

A fast-moving wildfire ripped through parts of Souni late Wednesday night, destroying homes and forcing a frantic effort to evacuate a local dog sanctuary as flames edged dangerously close to the area....

28. Dramatic overnight rescue in Lofou as flames encircle village

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/dramatic-overnight-rescue-in-lofou-as-flames-encircle-village

What began as a quiet night in the mountain village of Lofou turned into a scene from a disaster movie, as police and National Guard forces launched a dramatic overnight rescue to save dozens of residents trapped by wildfire....

29. Inferno in Limassol leaves two dead, dozens displaced as fire burns 100 square kilometers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/inferno-in-limassol-leaves-two-dead-dozens-displaced-as-fire-burns-100-square-kilometers

The deadly wildfire in Cyprus' Limassol district has claimed at least two lives, forced mass evacuations, and scorched approximately 100 square kilometers of land as firefighting crews continue battling persistent flare-ups under extreme weather conditions....

30. UPDATE: Wildfires rip through mountains, forcing evacuations; Jordan sends aid (VIDEOS)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/update-wildfires-rip-through-mountains-forcing-evacuations-jordan-sends-aid-videos

Ferocious wildfires continue to sweep through the mountainous regions of Limassol and Paphos on Wednesday, scorching homes, cutting power, and prompting mass evacuations across dozens of villages....

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