Investigation under way after house fire in Livadia, Larnaca

Livadia, Cyprus. Authorities are investigating a fire that broke out at a house in Livadia, Larnaca, early on Friday and may have been caused by a technical failure in a photovoltaic system transformer. The homeowner was taken to hospital after inhaling smoke.

Fire breaks out overnight

Police said the fire started at around 3am and quickly spread to the ground floor of the house.

Emergency response

The fire service responded quickly and brought the fire under full control.

Possible cause under investigation

Police are examining the possibility that the fire was caused by a technical failure in a photovoltaic system transformer installed in the building’s garage.

Investigation continues

Investigations into the case are ongoing.