Bad weather conditions that hit Cyprus this week have caused problems in many areas of the island.

Due to heavy snowfall, many areas remain today cut off. The bad weather has also caused power cuts and forced schools to close.

This morning, 46 roads remained closed because of heavy snowfall. Snow at Cyprus’ highest point, mount Olympos, (1.952 meters) was Friday morning at 80 cm.

According to Cyprus’ Meteorological Service, snow and windy weather will continue tomorrow.

Last night, Nicosia got its first glimpse of snow in years. Snowfall on Thursday night was reported in the villages of Pera Chorio, Alambra, Larnaca district, Latsia and Dali.

Island-wide efforts continue today to clear roads leading to villages.

Tonight, temperatures at the mountains will drop to -5 degrees Celcius.