Akrotiri evacuation extended to Friday; schools to remain closed for rest of week

Akrotiri, Cyprus. Authorities said Akrotiri municipality will remain under evacuation until Friday, with the situation to be reassessed at the end of the week. Schools in Akrotiri will remain closed for the rest of the week.

Evacuation measures and civil defence support

Authorities confirmed on Tuesday that the evacuation in Akrotiri will continue until Friday. Civil defence teams are continuing to patrol the area and maintain contact with residents who have left their homes to provide guidance and support.

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The interior ministry said residents of Timi, Anarita and Mandria, as well as those in Ormideia, Xylofagou and Xylotymvou, have been proactively informed of temporary shelter points in case evacuation becomes necessary. Authorities have also been in contact with the community leader of Pyla to keep local residents updated on developments.

School closures in Akrotiri

The education ministry said schools in Akrotiri will remain closed for the rest of the week. The closure affects the nursery school, primary school and the Akrotiri Environmental Training Centre, covering all teachers, staff and students.

Security context and public guidance

The measures follow a drone strike on Monday against the British air base at Akrotiri, launched from Lebanon and linked to Iranian-backed forces. The ministry said the evacuation and school closures are precautionary and based on ongoing risk assessments.

Authorities said messages sent through local authorities are intended to keep the public informed and ready to respond to any changes in the security situation. Residents were urged to follow instructions and remain in contact with Civil defence teams during the ongoing alert.

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