Fire at Kaloy Chorio Firing Range and Responsibilities of the National Guard
July 28, 2026
The Kaloy Chorio firing range in Larnaca is facing serious issues after the loss of munitions and a fire that erupted during a training exercise. The Defense Minister stated that the 70th Engineering Battalion is responsible, and the destruction of munitions should not have occurred at this time. There was firefighting presence on-site, but the fire spread due to negligence and dry vegetation. Firefighting teams faced challenges approaching the blaze due to the potential presence of unexploded munitions. Ultimately, the fire was extinguished with the efforts of local authorities and volunteers.