**Pomos Reservoir Leads in Water Levels Among Paphos Reservoirs**
The Pomos reservoir has been reported as having the highest water level among the major reservoirs in the Paphos district, currently standing at 67.8% capacity, according to an announcement made by the Water Development Department on Wednesday. This marks a significant improvement in water levels compared to the same period last year.
Following Pomos, the Ayia Marina reservoir is at 56% full, while the Argaka reservoir holds 54.1% of its capacity. Other notable reservoirs in the district include Kannaviou, which is at 44.7%, Evretos at 41%, and Asprokremmos at 37.6%. The Mavrokolympos reservoir has the lowest water level, currently at 34.2%.
Alexios Frangescou, an executive engineer with the Water Development Department, highlighted that the overall water situation in Paphos is better than it was during the previous year. The main reservoirs in the district are currently holding approximately 43.3 million cubic meters of water, a figure that reflects favorable inflows during the 2025 to 2026 hydrological year.
Despite the positive trends in water levels, authorities emphasize the importance of careful management of water reserves. Frangescou reassured that there is no immediate risk to water supplies for domestic use or irrigation at present. The Paphos district also benefits from desalination plants and reclaimed water, which have become vital supplementary sources of water alongside the reservoirs.
To ensure sustainable water management, the Water Development Department has implemented a plan that extends until the end of 2028. This plan aims to maintain adequate reserves for drinking water and to meet the approved irrigation needs of the region. However, Frangescou noted that increased water consumption in 2026 has begun to affect the district's water balance.
Annually, the department supplies between 7.6 million and 8.9 million cubic meters of water for domestic use, while approximately 2.5 million cubic meters are allocated for irrigation purposes. The allocation of water supplies prioritizes domestic needs, with adjustments made to irrigation supplies based on the available water and the specific needs of crops.
Frangescou also pointed out that prolonged periods of drought have led to reduced natural inflows into the reservoirs, heightening the reliance on alternative water sources. Additionally, lower rainfall has limited the replenishment of both reservoirs and underground aquifers, making long-term management of water reserves increasingly critical.
As the Paphos district continues to navigate the challenges of water management, the current data reflects a cautiously optimistic outlook for the region's water supplies. The ongoing efforts to balance water needs for both domestic use and agriculture will be essential in ensuring that the district can effectively respond to future water demands and climatic variations.