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Severe storm hits Cyprus: one dead, numerous rescues

A storm has struck Cyprus, resulting in the death of a boat captain while others were rescued from distress at sea.

29 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A severe storm has affected parts of Cyprus in recent days, generating high waves along the southeast coast. One of the boats was pushed against the rocks by the waves and sank, leading to the death of the boat captain, according to Tages-Anzeiger.

The severe weather caused considerable damage in various regions of the island, with roads and buildings flooding. Additionally, trees fell, landslides occurred, and electricity outages were reported in several areas. According to Kleine Zeitung, the airports in Larnaca and Paphos were also affected by the adverse weather conditions, leading to flight diversions.

In the midst of the crisis, numerous people were rescued from distress at sea, including a rescue operation by helicopter. The situation posed a significant challenge for emergency services, who were confronted with the extreme weather conditions. This was reported by Kurier.

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