Larnaca, Cyprus. Water pressure in Larnaca will be reduced from February 24, 2026, as part of measures to conserve water supplies, the district local government (EOA) said.
Water pressure reduction and public appeal
The EOA said the measures are being implemented due to “the particularly difficult water situation our country is going through”. The department appealed to the public to contribute to water-saving efforts to help avoid stricter measures, stressing the need for cooperation.
Recommended storage systems for buildings
The authorities recommended that apartment buildings install an 800-litre tank on the ground floor or in the basement, with a pump system to supply water to individual tanks on the roof. High-rise buildings, they added, must have a water storage tank of similar capacity to serve all premises.
“The systems must be fully functioning,” the EOA said.
Implementation date and consumer guidance
Reduced water pressure will begin on Tuesday, 24 February 2026. Consumers were urged to install the recommended systems where they do not yet exist, or to ensure that existing systems are fully functional and ready for use.
Wider consumption reduction target
The measures follow a previously announced target by the water development department to reduce overall water consumption by 10 per cent in response to ongoing water scarcity on the island.
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