Aradippou, Cyprus. A fire broke out at a factory in the Aradippou industrial area on Monday shortly after 2.15pm, prompting a large-scale response from emergency services. The blaze affected a factory producing refrigerators.
Emergency response
The fire brigade was dispatched to the scene and crews were working to bring the fire under control. Authorities said precautionary searches were also being carried out for any workers who may have been inside at the time.
Traffic and safety measures
Police secured the perimeter and diverted traffic as thick smoke spread across the industrial zone. Nearby residents were advised to avoid the area until further notice.
Official statement and next steps
Speaking to the Cyprus Mail, fire service spokesperson Koulla Mesaritou said that “all available forces were mobilised” in response to the incident. The extent of damage to the facility remained unclear, while operations continued into the afternoon with cooling efforts and monitoring for possible flare-ups.
Investigation
Officials said investigations into the cause of the fire would begin once the site had been declared safe.
