Mavrokolympos dam back in operation
Optimism is returning to Paphos’ district regarding its water resources, following the completion of restoration works at the Mavrokolympos dam, which is now ready to capture the first winter inflows.
...
Water development dept defends self after MPs’ criticism
The water development department on Friday moved to defend itself after receiving criticism from MPs during Thursday’s session of the House audit committee.
It said it has undertaken a “...
Mavrokolympos reservoir reopened, water development dept says
The Mavrokolympos reservoir, which was entirely drained in January to fix a corroded vent, has now reopened and is receiving water, the water development department’s deputy director-general Elena Finikaridou ...
Public urged to save water amid heatwave
The water development department on Wednesday urged the public to use water responsibly amid the ongoing heatwave.
“The efficient use of water will contribute significantly to preserving the scarce water ...
Water supply cuts announced as Peyia desalination unit delayed
Water cuts are expected from May onwards as the submission deadline for tenders to create a mobile desalination plant in Peyia were on Tuesday extended by two weeks.
Local mayor ...
Plan to deal with ‘dramatic’ water shortage disputed
Officials on Tuesday sought to provide assurances that they have a ‘Plan B’ to deal with water scarcity this coming summer, although parliamentarians were not convinced.
Permanent secretary at the ...