Water cut risk looms after fault hits Larnaca desalination plant

A temporary reduction in the supply of water may be felt in Nicosia, Larnaca and Famagusta after a technical fault at the Larnaca desalination plant, the water development department cautioned on Monday.

The problem occurred over the weekend and reduced the quantities of drinking water delivered to municipalities.

The department affirmed efforts were under way to restore the unit and that “full reintegration into the system is expected within the day”.

Until repairs are completed...