Tag: lifeguards

Lifeguard certification system deemed flawed – Changes coming in 2027

Cyprus is preparing to change its lifeguard certification system from next year amid a shortage of certified candidates to staff organised beaches. Speaking to the...

Rescue of four swimmers after sea scare in Limassol

A sea rescue operation saved four swimmers as lifeguards rushed to the rescue when they became trapped between breakwaters off the Limassol seafront, with...

Beach crowds flock to the coast amid heatwave

Thousands headed to Cyprus' beaches as temperatures climbed to 43°C, with lifeguards remaining on alert throughout the day. As temperatures climbed to 43°C under an...

Hourly-paid government staff strike: Which sectors are affected?

The Government strike taking place across Cyprus today is expected to affect several essential services, with authorities warning of disruptions to beach lifeguard coverage...

Significant problems with beach lifeguard staffing

The summer season has begun with several concerns surrounding beach safety and the staffing of beach lifeguards, according to the OEKDY SEK trade union,...

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Yellow weather warning from 13:00 as temperatures hit 40°C

Rain possible before a stormy Saturday A yellow weather warning...

Christodoulides-Erhürman meetings to continue weekly

Wednesday’s meeting between President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot...

Paphos: 77-year-old seriously injured after crashing into house wall

A 77-year-old man is in serious condition following a...

Nepal-Tibet floods leave at least 162 dead

At least 162 people have been killed and hundreds...
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