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Authorities address dangerous building safety following collapse in Limassol

Following a building collapse in Germasogeia, Limassol, local authorities are addressing the safety of hazardous structures. Limassol District Local Government Organisation (EOA) President Giannis Tsouloftas clarified that while a notice was sent to the owner of a specific dangerous building on Vasileos Georgiou A' Avenue to evacuate by April 20, forced evictions require a court order. The Germasogeia deputy mayor identified the same structure as the most dangerous in the area, noting past issues with falling debris. Officials emphasized that administrative warnings are insufficient, calling for a legislative framework to hold owners criminally responsible and enable faster interventions. Separately, in Paphos, 226 dangerous buildings have been recorded, with officials scheduling a meeting for next Tuesday with ETEK and the Union of Municipalities to update safety data and improve cooperation. Some sources reported immediate evacuation efforts, but officials denied that mass evictions have begun without proper legal procedures. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the recent collapse, with police questioning relevant officials.

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