In the last 24 hours, among other things, the Fire Service responded to put out fires in vehicles and houses. In total, the Service responded in the last 24 hours to 19 incidents, of which 9 related to fires and 10 to special services, the press representative of the Fire Service, Andreas Kettis, says in a post on the "X" platform.
Specifically, at 01:18 in Nicosia, the Fire Service responded with two staffed fire engines to a fire in two private vehicles parked under a metal shed in an open area in Dali.
He notes that the first vehicle was extensively damaged by the fire, while the second vehicle was damaged in the engine area.
For extinguishing the fire, continues Mr. Water hoses and lifting devices were used in its suspension, while the cause of the fire will be investigated.
Paphos
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Besides, according to Mr. Thursday, at 12:13 the Pafos Fire Station responded with two staffed fire engines to a fire, which was caused by a forgotten cookware in the kitchen of a semi-basement apartment in Empa.
The fire caused extensive damage to the kitchen and its equipment. The smoke and heat also caused damage to the paint of the apartment. A water hose installation and breathing apparatus were used to extinguish the fire.
Limassol
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According to Mr. Ketti, at 23:20 in Limassol, the Fire Service with a manned fire truck responded to a fire, which occurred in a metal prefabricated house placed in a field.
The house suffered extensive damage from the fire. The paintwork of two nearby vehicles suffered minor damage. The house was inhabited by a family of four foreigners, who were not in danger.
The fire was caused by a gas heater, notes Mr. Ketti.
Also in Limassol, at 02:52 the Fire Service responded with two staffed fire engines for a fire, which occurred in two vehicles parked outside a house in Limassol.
According to Mr. Ketti, both vehicles were extensively damaged by the fire. Water hose installations and breathing apparatus were used to extinguish the fire.
An investigation into the cause of the fire will follow.
