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€13 Million Compensation for Limassol Fire Victims Announced

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The government has paid €13 million to victims of last year's wildfire in Limassol.
Compensation has been distributed among 758 applications, with full payments to 119 homes.
Authorities are improving wildfire preparedness with more aircraft and surveillance for the upcoming season.
Parliament is urged to prioritize legislation for a new Civil Protection Directorate.
Citizens are being encouraged to help prevent future disasters.

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The government of Cyprus has paid €13 million in compensation to individuals affected by the devastating wildfire in the Limassol mountain region last year. This announcement was made by Elikkos Hlia, the Director General of the Ministry of Interior, during a session of the Parliamentary Committee on Internal Affairs. The compensation is part of ongoing efforts to assist the wildfire victims as the government prepares for the summer fire season.

In addition to the compensation payments, officials have stated that Cyprus is better equipped for the upcoming fire season, having increased aerial resources and enhanced surveillance measures. Thirteen aircraft have been put on standby since May 1, and additional preventive measures are being implemented to bolster the country's wildfire preparedness throughout the summer and into the end of 2026. Authorities are taking these steps in light of the catastrophic impact of last year's wildfires.

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