Strong winds tear solar panels from a house roof in Pentakomo
2026Published 30 Sept 2026Responsible editor: Chief Editor
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What happened
Strong winds tore solar panels from the roof of a house in Pentakomo, in the Limassol district of Cyprus, causing damage. Fire Service crews were mobilised after a series of wind-related incidents in the district. The report does not say how many panels were damaged, whether anyone was hurt, or whether a fire started. Separately, five incidents were recorded in Limassol in which trees fell onto vehicles.
Contributing factors
Strong winds. Wind speed and any failure of the panels or their fixings are not reported.
Lessons learned
- Rooftop solar arrays should be fixed to suit local wind loads.
- After high winds, owners should check that panels and fixings are still secure.
- Detached panels should be treated as live electrical equipment until isolated.
More lessons on electrical protection and isolation, from every incident on the register.
Source
Published 2026-09-30. Written from public reporting. Descriptive, not investigative. See the data accuracy disclaimer.
