US Edition
Cyprus Wildfire Leaves Two Dead as Temperatures on Island Soar
TURKEY AND CYPRUS, JUL 24 – At least 12 dead and dozens injured as wildfires burn 100 square kilometers in Turkey and Cyprus, driven by extreme heat and strong winds linked to climate change.
- Two people died and at least 10 others were injured as wildfires ravaged around 38 square miles in southern Cyprus on Wednesday.
- The fires, driven by dry conditions and heatwaves following three dry winters, forced evacuations of 14 villages and about 100 homes burnt, amid an ongoing heatwave.
- Authorities declared a 'Red Torch' emergency, activated national firefighting reserves and aerial support, while firefighting crews continued to contain flare-ups despite no active fronts currently.
- Israel coordinated closely with Cyprus, dispatching Israeli Air Force aircraft on Thursday evening to assist firefighting efforts, alongside Spain and Jordan providing aid; Cyprus' Justice Minister reported over 100 evacuees in shelters.
- The wildfires highlight escalating risks from climate change and extreme weather in the Mediterranean, as experts warn many European regions face increased wildfire threats.
13 Articles
13 Articles
Cyprus fires: Woman shows horror aftermath after home gutted by ferocious blaze - The Mirror
Horrifying footage of the burnt-out wreckage of a house in Cyprus sheds light on the terrible toll of a blaze which has ripped across the beautiful island nation, destroying homes and resulting in tragedy
A large forest fire killed two people in Cyprus and destroyed dozens of homes in three days. This Friday, the Cypriot authorities announced that the fire was contained. An investigation was opened to determine the causes. - "Our world has burned down completely": the island of Cyprus ravaged by a deadly fire (International).
Several forest fires are raging in Turkey and Cyprus. At least twelve people have already died. Heat and wind are hampering firefighting efforts, and there is no sign of the situation calming down.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 38% of the sources lean Left, 38% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
