A fire broke out in a ground-floor apartment in Strovolos, Nicosia on Saturday at 15:13, causing extensive damage to the kitchen area. Firefighters swiftly responded to the incident, which involved a two-storey building with a basement, using breathing apparatus and water hoses to bring the blaze under control. The heat and smoke from the fire affected the entire interior of the residence, but thankfully, no injuries were reported. According to officials, the fire was caused by an unattended cooking utensil left on the stove, leading to significant material damage in the kitchen. Firefighters ventilated the premises after extinguishing the fire to ensure safety and prevent further smoke damage.