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Forest fire in Argaka brought under control within 20 minutes
A fire in the Mandra area of the Paphos state forest burned a small area of dry grass before being contained on Monday.
Argaka, Cyprus. A forest fire in the Mandra area of the Paphos state forest was brought under full control within 20 minutes on Monday after burning a small area of dry grass.
Firefighting operation
The fire broke out at around 9.30am, the forestry department said.
Eight forestry department personnel, using two fire engines, were deployed to the scene. Crews had the blaze under full control by 9.50am, preventing it from spreading.
Cause
The forestry department said the fire was caused by the use of a metal-cutting tool.
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