According to latest report from the TRNC Meteorology Department, as reported by BRT, TRNC residents are warned that temperatures will plummet further starting this week. According to the report, The Island is expected to be hit by a new cold and wet weather front.

Also expected are scattered rain storms and possible snow on higher and lower plains of the Island. Temperatures are expected to drop as much as 3'C at nights, which will feel as -3'C and highs of 16'C during daytime.

As usual, residents are cautioned to dress appropriately and take all precautions to avoid falling sick. Drivers are also warned to drive cautiously during this cold period.




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Thunderstorms, heavy rain and hail stones swept across Kyrenia on Tuesday morning, as winter made its presence felt. Residents in villages around Kyrenia, reported poor driving conditions during the morning and some flooding on the roads.

Kyrenia police spokesman said that fortunately no major incidents had been reported although he confirmed that the heavy rain and hail caused some problems to a number of roads.

“Due to the huge amounts of water there was some flooding on the road and debris, such as small stones was also washed onto the road,” he said. In addition, some roads in villages were flooded and for a short period cars were finding it hard to pass, he said.

“As always, we are urging people to drive with caution and care and keep speeds low. Roads are slippery and driving conditions during the winter months can be hazardous.”

On Monday, the meteorological services said they expected rain and stormy weather on coastal areas during Tuesday and Wednesday, while they also predicted snow in the Troodos area over the next couple of days. Light snow flurries are also predicted for Wednesday.

Temperatures have fallen by around three degrees Celsius in central areas and around five to six in the  mountains.

It is due to become slightly warmer on Thursday morning with clouds gathering and the possibility of scattered thunder storms in some areas later on in the day.

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Culled from Cyprus Daily

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