Paphos is reeling under an hour-long deluge that began at midday, bringing a much-needed boost to water reserves and a festive, wintry atmosphere to this Sunday afternoon. Heavy downpours accompanied by intense hailstorms have blanketed the region, turning coastal areas like Geroskipou, the western shoreline, and the airport district completely white.
While the scenery appears Christmas-like, the weather has created hazardous conditions on the roads. Deep water is pooling across the Paphos-Limassol motorway and clogging major city-centre arteries. Drivers must exercise extreme caution as visibility drops and roads become slick.
The Fire Service and state emergency teams remain on high alert. Crews are currently standing by across the province to intervene as these extreme weather patterns continue to unfold.