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Cyprus fire chief warns of evacuation planning gaps that could hamper mass movement in emergencies

Cyprus fire chief warns of evacuation planning gaps that could hamper mass movement in emergencies

Cyprus’ top fire official told MPs that serious shortcomings in evacuation planning, night-time fire cover and enforcement of safety rules remain unresolved. Without rapid improvements, the island could struggle to move residents, tourists and expatriate workers during wild-fires or security incidents—an issue of growing concern for multinationals basing staff in Cyprus.

Mar 19, 2026
Foot-and-Mouth response stabilises but livestock movement controls remain around Cypriot transport hubs

Foot-and-Mouth response stabilises but livestock movement controls remain around Cypriot transport hubs

Veterinary authorities say Cyprus’ FMD outbreak is no longer expanding, yet stringent movement permits, vehicle disinfection and export-traceability checks remain in force around the island’s ports and airports. Freight forwarders and agri-exporters face longer clearance times, while live-animal trade and agri-tourism will stay constrained until at least late April.

Mar 19, 2026

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