in-cyprus17 Jun 2026

Larnaca local authority launches WhatsApp alert system for extreme weather

The Larnaca District Local Government Organisation (DLGO) announced the creation of a dedicated WhatsApp communication group aimed at providing immediate alerts and enhancing coordination among local authorities during extreme weather events and natural disasters.

The initiative complements the DLGO’s network of 25 meteorological stations developed in collaboration with KITASWEATHER across the city and district of Larnaca. The stations provide specialised weather data and early warning...

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