Kadis: best year ever for managing forest fires
The management of last summer’s fires in Cyprus proved to be one of the most successful ever, according to Agriculture Minister Costas Kadis. Speaking to...
Forest fires
Hunters warned of fire hazard ahead of shooting season
The forestry department on Saturday warned hunters not to start fires or throw cigarette butts due to the high risk of starting forest fires. Hunting...
New drones to fight forest fires
The forestry department on Monday signed an agreement for the provision of drones that will make a crucial addition to strengthen its existing fire management...
More equipment needed to fight forest fires
More equipment is desperately needed to deal with forest fires in Cyprus, a problem that is getting worse by the year, according to the director...
Firefighters contain wildfire in southwestern Turkey near hotel, residential area (Update)
Firefighters succeeded in containing a wildfire close to residential areas in southwestern Turkey, the national forestry authority said on Friday. The regional forestry authority of...
Emergency services prepared to battle fires as summer approaches
The island’s emergency services will confirm their readiness when it comes to battling fires during a meeting with President Nicos Anastasiades on Monday, interior minister...
Our View: More than lip service needed to fight forest fires
Despite this year’s extended cold snap, we’re only a couple of months away from probably yet another scorching summer, which was brought home to us...
Fire upgrade committee given 15 days to submit their priorities
The president has ordered that the recommendations of the fire services for their upgrade be prioritised within 15 days, as the state seeks to bolster...
Greece and Cyprus combine fire-fighting expertise
Cyprus and Greece have joined forces in a “milestone” collaboration to use their scientific expertise in tackling forest fires. The Cyprus Institute (CyI), the National...
China supports forests with €62,000 donation
By Lanting Liu The Chinese Embassy has donated €62,000 to the Cyprus Forest Association to develop a forest park at Melini in Limassol, contributing to...
