Vouni has suffered immeasurable damage from the large wildfire that broke out yesterday in the semi-mountainous area of Limassol, according to the President of the Community Council, Matthaios Protopapas. He told CNA that the number of burnt homes may reach 100. He also mentioned that one resident is being treated for serious burns at Nicosia General Hospital.
Damage assessment is starting today, said Mr Protopapas, noting that homes were burnt even in the centre of the village. So far, around 15 burnt homes have been recorded in the less-affected area, but he estimated the number to be much higher on the eastern side of the village. He added that the chapel of Saint John the Russian, located on the main road just outside the village, was also destroyed by the fire.
Vouni was surrounded by flames early on Wednesday afternoon, with the community leader criticising the lack of initial firefighting assistance. Residents were evacuated from the village yesterday, which remains without electricity. Efforts are being made to operate generators to meet urgent needs, according to the community leader.
At present, only members of the Community Council remain in the village, having spent a sleepless night there to begin assessing the damage and covering immediate necessities.
In response to a question about injuries among residents, the community leader confirmed that one individual with serious burns was transported to Nicosia General Hospital for treatment.
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