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Dromolaxia Municipality Enhances Foot-and-Mouth Disease Prevention Measures

Published February 25, 2026, 12:19
Dromolaxia Municipality Enhances Foot-and-Mouth Disease Prevention Measures

The Municipality of Dromolaxia-Meneou is taking additional measures to address the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, in coordination with the Department of Agriculture. These include increasing the length of disinfection tanks to 9 meters, installing warning signs in livestock areas, and preparing for animal vaccinations, which are expected to begin soon. The Municipality is also providing psychological support to farmers through the Mental Health Services of the OKYPY. Disinfection tanks have been constructed in various livestock areas, and access roads have been closed to limit the spread of the disease. The Municipality is in constant communication with the Department of Agriculture and relevant authorities to monitor the situation and inform farmers. The death of a 73-year-old farmer was attributed to cardiac arrest, possibly due to the stress caused by the situation.