Civil Defence authorities in Paphos have confirmed that 210 shelters are currently available across the district to protect the population in the event of an emergency.
Kostas Konstantinou, Assistant Civil Defence Officer, said the shelters are divided into two main categories. Public shelters are open to any member of the community, while communal shelters are typically located in private buildings for use by residents or owners.
When asked if a distinction between public and private spaces is appropriate during a crisis, Konstantinou said that in a real emergency, “everyone will take shelter wherever they can be protected.”
The official data shows that of the 210 total sites in Paphos, 81 are designated as public shelters. Konstantinou said specific action plans are in place to manage these facilities if they are needed.
The update comes as authorities across the island review safety protocols following recent security developments. Civil Defence officials noted that the primary goal remains the immediate protection of all citizens regardless of the shelter’s classification.