Cyprus had strong winds on New Year's Day. The weather office gave a yellow warning for strong winds. This alert was for many hours. It said powerful winds from the west and northwest would blow. These winds could be very strong. So, people on the island were told to be careful. This was especially true in areas like the southwest, west, north, and inland parts.
A big low-pressure system caused these strong winds. The weather forecasters said the winds would be between force 6 and 7. Sometimes, the winds could be even stronger. These strong winds were expected to get weaker by the late afternoon. However, before that, they caused problems for land and sea. Boats and people near the coast were warned about rough seas. This was especially true on the north and west coasts.
The weather was also changing. The sky was partly cloudy and then became very cloudy. There were some rain showers too. Some areas in the west, north, and mountains could have thunderstorms. Snow was expected in the highest parts of the Troodos mountains. This mix of wind, rain, and snow showed the weather was complicated.
Strong winds can move things that are not tied down. This can damage property. It can also stop outdoor activities. Rough seas are dangerous for boats and coastal areas. People needed to be watchful and follow safety advice. This made it a difficult day for everyone in Cyprus.
The weather office sent the yellow warning early. This gave people time to prepare. A yellow warning means there could be dangerous conditions. People should be more aware. The weather forecast showed how nature can be powerful. Even during holidays, we must respect the weather. Officials watched the winds and hoped for calmer weather by the evening.