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President of Larna Municipal Organization: Tragic Situation with Foot-and-Mouth Disease - 7 Green Points Closed

Published February 24, 2026, 14:17
President of Larna Municipal Organization: Tragic Situation with Foot-and-Mouth Disease - 7 Green Points Closed

The President of the Larna Municipal Organization (EOA Larnaca), Angelos Chatzicharalampous, describes the situation with foot-and-mouth disease in the province's livestock units as tragic. The Organization is assisting efforts to limit the spread of the virus with two people and equipment. From Sunday, February 22nd, the operation of seven Green Points near the livestock units was suspended to limit movement and trafficking. At a meeting at the Veterinary Services, assistance was requested from all Services. EOA Larnaca provided staff and equipment to disinfect vehicles entering the livestock units. Two EOA Larnaca personnel are working in shifts in Dromolaxia to limit the spread of the virus. Mr. Chatzicharalampous expressed EOA Larnaca's readiness to contribute to whatever is requested by the Veterinary Services and the Ministry of Agriculture. He expressed concern about the situation and visited several areas, where he met with livestock owners who are discouraged and worried about their future. The need for psychological support for livestock farmers was not mentioned at the emergency meeting. The situation is tragic and EOA Larnaca is ready to support and help in any way possible.