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Foot and Mouth Disease Case in Kokkinotrimithia

Published February 24, 2026, 17:01
Foot and Mouth Disease Case in Kokkinotrimithia

A new case of foot and mouth disease has been detected in Kokkinotrimithia, while no new cases have been reported in the province of Larnaca. Veterinary services have proceeded with the culling of infected cows and will follow with the culling of sheep and goats. 14 disinfection and passage control points have been set up in the surveillance zones, and another five are expected to be added. A decree prohibiting hunting and animal transport in the affected areas has also been issued. The Minister of Agriculture has already initiated procedures for the urgent import of vaccines, which are expected to arrive in Cyprus within the week. Veterinary services are cooperating with experts from the European Commission to address the crisis and analyze the situation.