A massive fire in southern Cyprus has left two people dead and hundreds of residents evacuated amid an extreme heat wave.
Ana-Maria Tapescu
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The fire broke out in the mountainous area near Limassol, fueled by strong winds and scorching temperatures of up to 43 degrees Celsius. Two people were found dead in a burned vehicle and authorities were struggling to evacuate the village of Lofou. The Cypriot president cited the difficulty of the situation and Cyprus has appealed for help from the European Union, with Spain and Jordan offering assistance. The island is facing severe drought, affecting the Kouris reservoir.
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Două persoane au murit şi alte sute au fost evacuate, în urma unui incendiu masiv de vegetaţie în Cipru
Două persoane au murit şi alte sute au fost evacuate în urma unui incendiu masiv de vegetaţie în Cipru
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