March and April among best months in decades for Cyprus dam inflows, water department says
This March and April ranked among the strongest months for water inflow into Cyprus’ dams in nearly four decades, the Water Development Department has said. According to department data dating…
Spring allergies are surging
Spring allergies are surging, driven by high pollen levels that are causing rhinitis, congestion and even asthma. Seasonal rhinitis, conjunctivitis and allergic bronchial asthma are affecting both children and adults,…
EU set to open new wildfire‑response hub in Cyprus
A new European firefighting hub based in Cyprus will be inaugurated in Paphos later on the sidelines of an informal EU summit held as part of Cyprus’ presidency of the…
Cyprus: Four million euros this year for wildfire‑prevention
The government will allocate more than four million euros this year for wildfire‑prevention measures ahead of the fire season. The decision was made during a meeting between Interior Minister Constantinos…
Thursday 16 April weather- warm and dusty across Cyprus
Today’s weather will be mostly clear, with periods of increased high cloud. Dust will remain in the atmosphere, and concentrations may rise at times. Winds will blow light to strong,…
EU Criticizes Turkey for Blocking Cyprus From UN Climate Meeting
The European Union has expressed “serious concern” after Turkey, as chair of the UN’s annual climate conference, refused to allow the Republic of Cyprus to participate in a meeting held…
Cyprus taking leading role in shaping a safer and more sustainable future
Cyprus is taking a leading role in shaping a safer and more sustainable future for the region, President Nikos Christodoulides said at the International Conference on the Climate Crisis in…
EU to open new wildfire‑response hub in Cyprus during April summit
A new European firefighting hub based in Cyprus will be inaugurated in Paphos on April 23–24, on the sidelines of an informal EU summit held as part of Cyprus’ presidency…
Dust From North Africa Continues to Affect Cyprus
A dust plume from North Africa continues to affect Cyprus on Saturday, despite a gradual decline in concentrations since the morning. At 9 a.m., dust levels ranged between 150 and…
Cyprus Approves €4.16 Million Package to Prevent Rural and Forest Fires
The Cabinet has approved €4.16 million in measures aimed at preventing and responding to rural and forest fires ahead of the summer season. The plan includes clearing abandoned agricultural land…