Firefighters and aircraft were deployed on Tuesday to tackle a wildfire that broke out northwest of the Ergates industrial area in Nicosia.
The blaze is burning dry grass, prompting a large-scale response from multiple agencies.
Fire brigade spokesman Andreas Kettis said four fully staffed fire engines from Nicosia stations were initially dispatched to the scene, with additional crews from the Forestry Department, the Game and Fauna Service and organised volunteer
