**Title: Two Wildfires Contained in Mathiatis and Vasa Kellakiou**
Two wildfires that ignited in the early hours of Tuesday have been successfully brought under control in the areas of Mathiatis and Vasa Kellakiou, according to the Forestry Department. The swift response from firefighting teams helped mitigate potential damage from the blazes.
The first wildfire was reported at 12:05 AM in the Pervolia area of Mathiatis. Firefighters quickly identified two separate fronts of the fire. Their efforts to contain the blaze were effective, and by 1:30 AM, the fire was fully under control. The fire consumed approximately one decare (1,000 square meters) of reed beds and surrounding vegetation.
The firefighting operation in Mathiatis involved four personnel from the Forestry Department, who utilized two fire engines. They were joined by six firefighters from the Fire Service, who also brought two fire engines to assist in the operation.
A second fire broke out at around 7:20 AM near Vasa Kellakiou. Thanks to the rapid response of firefighting crews, this blaze was contained within half an hour, with authorities declaring it under control by 7:50 AM. The quick action taken by the teams was crucial in preventing the fire from spreading further.
The causes of both wildfires are currently under investigation, as authorities work to determine how these incidents occurred. The successful containment of the fires highlights the effectiveness of the local firefighting resources and their preparedness for such emergencies.
No significant damage was reported, and the situation has been stabilized, allowing residents and local authorities to breathe a sigh of relief.