Strengthening Civil Protection in Cyprus Ahead of Fire Season
May 13, 2026
Cyprus is preparing for the 2026 fire season, with the President convening a meeting to strengthen civil protection. This year, the country has the largest number of aerial resources in its history, totaling 14. Strategic plans are being implemented to acquire a fleet of firefighting aircraft and develop a National Civil Protection Mechanism. Despite the progress, weaknesses in resource utilization in rural areas were identified. New innovative prevention and monitoring programs are expected in the near future.