A powerful fire on a well -known island. There are victims

A huge forest fire in the Limassol district is underway. Since yesterday, firefighters have been fighting a powerful element that is heading towards the surrounding villages. Unfortunately, the death of two people whose car was within the range of flames has already been confirmed. The reason for the rapid spread of fire is strong wind and heat. Today, on Thursday, July 24, this year’s temperature record will be recorded in Cyprus – thermometers are to show up to 45 degrees Celsius.

Cyprus is fighting fire

Firefighters are trying to master a fire that broke out on Wednesday afternoon north of the city of Limassol in Cyprus, just one day after reporting another fire in nearby Greece. The fire quickly got from the forest towards the buildings. Four villages have already been evacuated on the island, including Located about 26 kilometers from Limassol, the village of Lofou. “The situation is very difficult. We mobilized all forces,” says Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides. At night, the bodies of two people were found in a burned car – currently these are the only confirmed victims.

A dangerous heat wave paralyzes the island

The inhabitants of Cyprus at this time of year are accustomed to high temperatures. The heat wave, which will pass through the island this week, is, however, burdensome for them. The hot peak will fall on Thursday, when thermometers show up to 45 degrees Celsius. Such extreme weather can stay up to Monday. Tourists should be particularly careful.

Cyprus asked for help in extinguishing the fire to the European Union. For now, sending your aircraft confirmed Spain and Jordan.

The European island is also struggling with a powerful drought. “Limited resources decreased to a critical level. The affected area is located north of the Cypriot water reservoir Kouris, the largest on the island. On Wednesday, the water level in the tank was only 15.5 percent,” Reuters says.