foot-and-mouth — No new foot-and-mouth cases have been detected, prompting authorities to establish 14 disinfection points to safeguard against the disease. Five additional points are set to be installed in the protection zone, according to officials on Wednesday.
- On the same day, animals were culled in Livadia, starting with cattle. Culling of goats and sheep is scheduled to begin on Thursday. This action aims to prevent any potential spread of the disease.
Sotiria Georgiadou, spokeswoman for the Veterinary Services and senior veterinary officer, made the announcement during a press conference at the “ZINON” Coordination Centre of the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) in Larnaca. She confirmed that all samples tested thus far have returned negative results, marking a positive development in the ongoing situation.
On the same day, animals were culled in Livadia, starting with cattle. Culling of goats and sheep is scheduled to begin on Thursday. This action aims to prevent any potential spread of the disease.
In an effort to further control the situation, the Game and Fauna Service has enacted a decree banning hunting in the affected areas. The Agriculture Minister has also prepared a proposal for compensation, which will be submitted to the Council of Ministers, addressing the economic impact of the culling.
Georgiadou provided updates on the arrival of vaccines, expected within the week. She mentioned that discussions with experts are planned to evaluate the most effective way to administer the vaccines once they arrive.
Authorities began spraying at crossing points after a case was identified in the occupied areas, but this spraying was halted at the end of January when testing results were negative, suggesting no immediate risk of further spread.
As part of the ongoing investigation, Georgiadou revealed that information had been passed to the police, with initial suspicions centring on hay. Authorities are currently collecting hay samples from various premises for testing to determine any links to the disease.
