Nicosia: The Cyprus Meteorology Department has issued a yellow warning for extreme maximum temperature for Friday, while the risk of forest fires remains on red alert.
According to Cyprus News Agency, the yellow warning will be in effect from 1400 to 1630 local time, with inland maximum temperatures expected to rise to around 40 degrees Celsius. The Forestry Department has also maintained a red alert for forest fires, emphasizing that causing a fire is an offense under the law, carrying severe penalties.
The public is urged to exercise caution when outdoors and to completely avoid activities that might ignite a fire. In the event of noticing smoke or fire, citizens are advised to contact emergency services by calling 1407 or 112.