Cyprus is known for its warm seasons, empowering farmers all over the island. Many of these hard workers woke up recently to a cold snap, though, that ravaged fields of crops in one fell swoop. They lost everything, from hardy potatoes to blossoming fruit trees — all covered in a layer of frost.
What's happening?
One night of cold weather was enough to destroy months of work for Cyprus farmers. Social media is ablaze with photos of frozen produce as far as the eye can see. "Months of work gone in one night," one lamented.
Farmers heard about the anticipated weather and did everything they could to shield crops before the temperatures dropped. Families were using nylon covers in attempts to hold heat for their delicate plants.
