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Akrotiri: Residents Recount Harrowing Experience Following Drone Incident

Published March 2, 2026, 10:20
Akrotiri: Residents Recount Harrowing Experience Following Drone Incident

A resident of Akrotiri shared a harrowing account of the events following the drone incident at the British Bases. The night before the explosion, sirens sounded for four consecutive hours, causing panic among residents. The witness's family quickly gathered a few belongings and fled, as there was no official information about what was happening. They sought shelter in a parking lot outside Kolossi Castle, remaining there until 5:30 am. The witness expressed concern about the future, given that most Akrotiri residents work at the Bases. They questioned how they would return to work, as contractors had advised them not to come in today. The situation has caused unrest among residents, who gathered outside the Community Council to seek information. Meanwhile, multiple hovering objects (possibly drones or missiles) were recorded over the Akrotiri British Base by a security camera in Pissouri before the drone fell. Some of these appeared to be intercepted while others fell to the ground. The incident has raised concerns and questions about security in the area. The lack of official information and the long duration of the sirens contributed to the panic and uncertainty of the residents, while the prospect of work disruption at the Bases creates economic and social challenges.