The municipality of Limassol announced the extension of working hours for beach rescue guards for the summer period. Thus, rescuers on the beach of Acti Olympion will monitor the safety of swimmers for few hours longer than usual: from 06:00 to 20:00.
On Larnaca beaches a special equipment for disabled was recently introduced. New beach chairs-carriages for swimming in the sea will make it possible for people with limited mobility to enjoy swimming in the sea.
The municipality reports that equipment is already installed near the rescue towers on Mackenzie, Finikoudes and Kastela beaches. Specially trained rescuers will be assisting with the use of special wheelchairs.