Cyprus MFA advising Cypriot citizens amid ongoing wildfires in Attica

07:35 - 13 August 2024

Current Affairs Reporter

Cyprus’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs is in close contact with Greek authorities through its embassy in Athens and is closely monitoring the developments regarding the severe wildfires raging in northeastern Attica, said the Ministry's Spokesperson Theodoros Gotsis.

Responding to a question from the Cyprus News Agency (CNA,) Gotsis noted that due to the seriousness of the situation, Cypriot citizens currently in the vicinity of northeastern Attica are advised to carefully follow announcements and instructions from Greece's Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and other relevant authorities. He urged them to stay informed through mass media and to adhere to any evacuation orders issued via the emergency number 112.

Cypriot citizens requiring consular assistance in case of an emergency can contact the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Athens:

Emergency Phone Numbers: +30-6944344901

Landline: +30 210 37 34 800

Fax: +30 210 725 88 86

Email: athensembassy@mfa.gov.cy

Website: www.mfa.gov.cy/embassyathens

Additionally, for consular matters, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs can be reached at:

Consular Affairs Directorate: +357 22 651113 (08:30-15:00, Monday-Friday)

Crisis Management Department: +357 22 801000, +357 22 651295 (08:30-15:00, Monday-Friday), Mobile: +357 97 775998 (after hours / in case of emergency)

Cyprus MFA advising Cypriot citizens amid ongoing wildfires in Attica

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