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Three wildfires break out within hours as aircraft battle Paphos blaze

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Three wildfires break out within hours as aircraft battle Paphos blaze

Four aircraft are supporting ground crews battling a wildfire covering approximately four hectares between the Goudi and Chrysochou communities in Paphos.The fire broke out at 10:53 am, prompting the deployment of fire engines from Paphos district fire stations with support from the Department of Forests and the Paphos District Administration.

The blaze is consuming wild vegetation and dry grass across the rural area, with aerial water drops supplementing ground operations to contain the flames.

Emergency services confirmed that four aircraft are conducting water-dropping operations to support terrestrial firefighting efforts in the ongoing incident.

Ground crews supported by aerial water drops

The Fire Service mobilised multiple units from Paphos district stations to tackle the main wildfire, coordinating with forestry officials and provincial administrators in the response effort.

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