Residents of Vavla, in Larnaca district, have reported the mass poisoning of animals and are calling for urgent action by the authorities.
They say 30 cats and a stray dog have been found dead in recent days. Residents said it was the second time in two years that a similar incident had been recorded in the area.
Concerns have also been raised for the safety of household pets.
The Animal Police have been informed. Lefkara Mayor Sofoklis Sofokleous and members of the municipality’s health service were expected to visit the scene.
