Forest fire breaks out in Paphos, ground and air forces deployed

4 sourcesFirst reported 3 hours agoUpdated 3 hours ago

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A fire broke out in the Paphos district on Saturday afternoon, August 29, 2026.
The fire is affecting agricultural and wild vegetation, as well as a forest and semi-forested area.
The affected area is located south of Androlykou community, in the "Vyzakia" area, and between Androlykou and Drousia communities.
The Department of Forests was mobilized around 17:00 following a call about the fire.
Three fire trucks with a forest officer and firefighters, along with aerial firefighting assets, are battling the blaze.

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