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Inmates ignite fire in high-security wing of Central Prisons, leading to evacuation.

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Three inmates intentionally set fire to their cells and a corridor in the high-security wing of the Central Prisons in Nicosia on the night of July 19. The fire, which broke out around 10:15 PM, affected five cells and resulted in significant damage. Emergency services received the call at 10:14 PM and responded with three fire trucks to manage the situation. One prison officer was hospitalized due to smoke inhalation as all inmates in the unit were evacuated. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the authorities.

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A fire broke out in a high-security wing of the Central Prisons in Nicosia on July 19 at approximately 10:15 PM, allegedly set by three inmates. The fire affected five cells and the corridor of the wing, which houses a total of ten prisoners. Emergency services were alerted, with the fire department responding swiftly to the scene, and a total of three fire trucks were dispatched to combat the blaze.

The fire caused significant damage, resulting in at least one prison officer being hospitalized due to smoke inhalation. The incident prompted the immediate evacuation of the inmates from the affected area. Investigators are currently looking into the causes of the fire. As of now, the situation has been brought under control, but further details regarding the motivations behind the prisoners' actions have not been disclosed. The authorities continue to monitor the aftermath and implications of the event.

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