Cyprus’ Civil Defense Department has issued a yellow weather warning running from 23:00 on 22 December to 09:00 on 23 December. Forecasters predict isolated but intense thunderstorms capable of dumping more than 35 mm of rain per hour, accompanied by hail and gale-force winds. Low-lying areas in coastal cities such as Limassol and Larnaca are at particular risk of flash flooding.
Authorities have asked residents to clear gutters, secure outdoor furniture and prepare sandbags where necessary. Motorists are advised to avoid unnecessary journeys during peak storm hours and to keep well clear of flooded underpasses or roads intersected by swollen rivers. Travellers scheduled to reach the airports overnight should build in extra buffer time and monitor airline apps for possible check-in delays.
For travelers who may need to adjust itineraries or extend their stay because of weather-related disruptions, VisaHQ’s Cyprus portal (https://www.visahq.com/cyprus/) can expedite any required visa services and keep you apprised of entry-rule changes. The platform’s alerts and concierge assistance integrate smoothly with corporate travel programs, ensuring that both short-term visitors and long-term assignees remain compliant while the storm passes.
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While Cyprus’ two international airports have robust drainage systems, access roads—especially the A3 into Larnaca—are prone to surface water accumulation. Hermes Airports said it has standby pump trucks and will coordinate with police to reroute vehicles if necessary.
For employers with late-shift staff or assignees in transit, the alert underscores the value of automated mass-notification tools that push real-time guidance to mobile devices. Companies should verify that emergency contacts are up to date and remind personnel of shelter-in-place procedures in the event of flash flooding.
The Civil Defense is expected to reassess conditions at dawn and will upgrade the warning if rainfall intensifies beyond forecast levels.
Authorities have asked residents to clear gutters, secure outdoor furniture and prepare sandbags where necessary. Motorists are advised to avoid unnecessary journeys during peak storm hours and to keep well clear of flooded underpasses or roads intersected by swollen rivers. Travellers scheduled to reach the airports overnight should build in extra buffer time and monitor airline apps for possible check-in delays.
For travelers who may need to adjust itineraries or extend their stay because of weather-related disruptions, VisaHQ’s Cyprus portal (https://www.visahq.com/cyprus/) can expedite any required visa services and keep you apprised of entry-rule changes. The platform’s alerts and concierge assistance integrate smoothly with corporate travel programs, ensuring that both short-term visitors and long-term assignees remain compliant while the storm passes.
While Cyprus’ two international airports have robust drainage systems, access roads—especially the A3 into Larnaca—are prone to surface water accumulation. Hermes Airports said it has standby pump trucks and will coordinate with police to reroute vehicles if necessary.
For employers with late-shift staff or assignees in transit, the alert underscores the value of automated mass-notification tools that push real-time guidance to mobile devices. Companies should verify that emergency contacts are up to date and remind personnel of shelter-in-place procedures in the event of flash flooding.
The Civil Defense is expected to reassess conditions at dawn and will upgrade the warning if rainfall intensifies beyond forecast levels.
