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Tragic Death of 1,000 Newborn Animals in Farm Fire in Meniko

Published January 21, 2026, 19:12
Tragic Death of 1,000 Newborn Animals in Farm Fire in Meniko

A devastating fire at a goat and sheep farm in Meniko, Nicosia District, resulted in the tragic death of approximately 1,000 newborn animals. The fire originated from a gas system and electrical installation, spreading rapidly due to the large amount of flammable materials. The Fire Service is investigating the cause of the fire, while the police currently rule out arson. The extent of the damage is immense, and the process of documenting the losses is challenging.