Cyprus had strong winds on New Year's Day. The weather office gave a yellow warning. This warning was for many hours. Strong winds from the west would blow. These winds could be very strong. So, people were told to be careful. This was true in many parts of the island.
A low-pressure system caused these winds. The winds were strong. They could be stronger sometimes. The winds were expected to get weaker later. But before that, they caused problems. Boats and people near the sea were warned. The sea was rough.
The sky was partly cloudy. Then it became very cloudy. There was also some rain. Some areas could have thunderstorms. Snow was expected in the high mountains. The weather was complicated.
Strong winds can move things. They can cause damage. They can stop outdoor fun. Rough seas are dangerous. People needed to be careful. It was a difficult day.
The weather office sent the warning early. This helped people get ready. A yellow warning means danger. People must be aware. Nature can be powerful. We must respect the weather. Officials watched the winds. They hoped for calm weather soon.