A fire broke out in a car while it was on the Larnaca-Nicosia highway in the area between Athienou and Lympia, with the police rushing to the area, authorities said on Sunday.

Police said in a post on Platform X that the fire broke out at around 4pm in the car, which was heading towards Nicosia.

Officers rushed to the scene to provide assistance and regulate traffic.

Police recommended that drivers passing by should exercise particular caution and are advised to drive their vehicle at a safe, low speed and maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead.