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Evacuation letters sent to residents of hazardous apartment building in Larnaca

May 19, 2026

Residents of an apartment building in Larnaca will receive evacuation letters due to the building's structural dangers. Authorities believe the building is at risk of collapse, and tenants will have three days to vacate. Additionally, another 15 buildings are under assessment in the area. This raises concerns about a potential humanitarian crisis, as available housing is limited. The mayor is calling on the government for assistance regarding this situation.