Strong winds tear solar panels from a house roof in Pentakomo
2026Published 30 Sept 2026
What happened
On 14 March 2026, strong winds in Limassol district tore solar panels from the roof of a house in Pentakomo, causing damage. The Fire Service was mobilised after a series of wind-related incidents in the district, including fallen trees in Limassol. It is not reported whether anyone was injured, how many panels were displaced, or how severe the damage was.
Contributing factors
The report attributes the damage to strong winds. Wind speed, fixing method and the condition of the installation are not reported.
Lessons learned
- Rooftop solar fixings should be checked against local wind loads.
- After high winds, displaced panels should be treated as both a falling-object and an electrical hazard until made safe.
- Householders should have damage inspected before the system is used again.
Source
Published 2026-09-30. Written from public reporting. Descriptive, not investigative. See the data accuracy disclaimer.