Cyprus Records Wettest August Since 1901 Amid Deadly Sea Storms
Cyprus experienced its wettest August since 1901, with severe storms causing dozens of deaths or missing persons at sea. The historic rainfall marks a significant weather event for the island nation.
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Cyprus’ wettest August since 1902
August 2026 was the wettest August recorded in Cyprus in more than a century, with average rainfall reaching more than ten times the normal level for the month, the Met Office said on Wednesday. Average rainfall across the government-controlled areas reached 30mm, compared with the normal August average of just 2.9mm, equivalent to 1,034 per […]
Read full article →Cyprus records wettest August since 1901 as storms leave dozens dead or missing at sea
Cyprus recorded its wettest August since 1901, the Department of Meteorology said. The month was marked by severe storms, flooding and heatwaves, and culminated in fatal maritime disasters off Kyrenia and Cape Greco. Storms and sea disasters The month’s most severe episode struck on August 29, bringing powerful storms, intense lightning, heavy rain, hail, violent […]
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