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Snowfall and Heavy Snow Accumulation in the Mountains – Police on Alert for Road Network

Published January 13, 2026, 06:18
Snowfall and Heavy Snow Accumulation in the Mountains – Police on Alert for Road Network

Snowfall has been occurring since early morning in mountainous areas of Cyprus, at altitudes above 1,000 meters. The phenomena mainly affect the northwestern half of the island, with local rains and snowfall in the mountains. The most significant snowfall is expected in the northwestern two-thirds of the Troodos Mountains, while the phenomena are expected to continue intermittently until the afternoon or early evening. The Police are on high alert, conducting continuous patrols and checks on the road network to ensure the smooth and safe flow of vehicles.