Deadly Wildfire Burned 1.3% of Cyprus

The devastating wildfire in the Limassol district burned 1.3% of Cyprus's area, according to an analysis by the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence. The fire, which started on July 23, 2025, is estimated to have burned a total of 120.7 km².

This loss affects biodiversity, natural heritage, local communities, and ecosystems. High-resolution satellite data shows that approximately 51% of the burned area is grassland, 31% is sclerophyllous vegetation, 15.5% is tree vegetation, and 1.1% is residential areas.

Approximately 21% of the burned area falls within the Natura 2000 network, affecting protected areas such as the Paramali River, the Cha-Potami Special Protection Zone, and the Limnati Valley Special Protection Zone.