Google’s Cyprus weather forecast predicts sub zero temperatures

Having looked on Google for the weather forecast for the next few days I was stunned to see predictions of sub zero temperatures:

They’re having a laugh!

Environmental impact of removing irrigation channels

Image 1: Irrigation Channels

I remember, about 8 years ago, being fascinated by the system of irrigation channels passing through local villages, allowing water to be diverted to fields. Each field had a tiny shutter (image 1) which could be opened when the field needed water. This system allowed flood water from […]

Torrential rain in north Cyprus

Winter rain is not unexpected, of course, but the thunderous sound of the rain yesterday warned me that this was no ordinary storm. The first warning was that I had to close all the shutters as the rain was beginning to seep into the house. The second warning was the swimming pool tank overflowing. […]