Oikos Marathasas forest fire brought under control after resident intervenes
A small forest fire in Oikos Marathasas was contained on Monday morning after a resident used the community fire protection system.
Oikos Marathasas, Cyprus. A forest fire that broke out in Oikos Marathasas on Monday morning was brought under control almost immediately after a local resident used the community’s fire protection system.
The fire began at around 7am and burned a small area of low wild vegetation, the forestry department said.
Fire response
The forestry department said the blaze was contained through the resident’s swift intervention and the response of department personnel.
One forestry department fire engine was deployed to the scene.
Cause
According to the forestry department, the fire was caused by birds coming into contact with exposed electricity distribution cables.
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