Dozens of calls for help as Larnaca area in south Cyprus hit by flooding

Dozens of calls were received by the fire brigade in Larnaca after downpours caused flooding in some areas, CNA reported on Sunday.

According to the fire service, 11 crews were working the city and district to pump water from flooded areas and to tow cars.

Deputy Spokesman Andreas Christofi said all off-duty personnel were called in to respond.

Greek Cypriot police and civil defence were also on hand to address the situation, he said.

Most of the flood-related incidents were reported in Oroklini and the Kamares area