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Road machine overturns in Paphos, trapping one of four hospitalised workers

In-Cyprus · 2026-07-31

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• What happened: A road repair machine overturned in Marathounta, Paphos, trapping one of four workers who were hospitalized following the incident. • Why it matters: The incident raises concerns about workplace safety and the conditions under which road repair work is conducted, prompting investigations by local authorities. • What to watch next: Updates on the condition of the hospitalized workers and the findings from the ongoing investigations by police and labor inspection authorities.

in-cyprus HospitalPaphosroad worksTop Newsworkers' rights Road machine overturns in Paphos, trapping one of four hospitalised workers Road Machine Overturns In Paphos, Trapping One Of Four Hospitalised Workers Relevant News Road machine overturns in Paphos, trapping one of four hospitalised workers 31 July 2026 Women in employment: Highly educated, poorly represented in power 31 July 2026 Unions back mayors’ protest, demand sustainable funding 31 July 2026 Newsroom 31 July 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber A road repair machine overturned in Marathounta in the Paphos district, this morning, trapping one of four company workers who were carrying out repair work on the road surface. According to preliminary examinations, the incident happened at around 10:30am, under circumstances that are still under investigation. Three of the workers managed to get out of the machine on their own and were taken to Paphos General Hospital for examination. The fourth worker was trapped and had to be freed with the help of the Fire Service, before also being taken to Paphos General Hospital. Police, the Paphos District Administration and the Department of Labour Inspection continue their investigations. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Women in employment: Highly educated, poorly represented in power Unions back mayors’ protest, demand sustainable funding Father seeks bail change to attend son’s funeral in England From obstacles to bridges Gaza’s road to peace? Inside the proposed deal Some work for the country. One wants the throne Five Cypriot cyclists finish top 15 at Balkan Downhill Championships Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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