Cyprus is experiencing very bad weather with strong winds and a lot of rain. This has caused problems across the island. The government has issued a yellow warning because of the strong weather. The bad weather is expected to continue until Sunday afternoon. A low-pressure system south of the island is causing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
The bad weather has damaged many buildings and roads. The fire service has been busy helping people and fixing problems. On one road, traffic lights were broken by the wind. Fencing at a sports stadium was also bent by the strong wind. In one village, solar panels were torn off a house roof.
Travel has also been difficult. Fallen trees have blocked roads in some areas. Drivers have had accidents with these trees. Fog on mountain roads has made it hard to see. Drivers are told to be very careful. They should drive slowly and use their headlights. Wind speeds have reached up to 74 kilometers per hour in some places. The sea is also very rough.
A lot of rain is falling, and there could be local flooding. The winds are mostly from the northeast. Sometimes the wind is very strong, especially on the coast. The sea is rough in some areas and wavy in others. There is also dust in the air. It might even snow on the highest mountains.
This weather is a big challenge for Cyprus. People need to be careful and stay safe. Authorities are watching the weather closely. They ask everyone to follow safety advice.