The fire in the mountainous areas Limassol caused serious damage. Burned houses, farms, vineyards and cars. According to preliminary estimates, the damage from the fire and the costs of eliminating the consequences
They can be compiled
from 70 to 100 million euros. The Government of the Republic of Cyprus will pay 15 villages to victims of residents of 15 villages, help to build or repair housing and restore infrastructure.
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What is destroyed?
The 250 residential buildings were fully or partly burned out by 97 commercial buildings and other buildings sophisticated or damaged 128 vehicles of the livestock farms and vineyards were damaged or damaged
The villages of Suni, hagios Ferapont, Lofu, Wuni and Vasa Kilaniu were most affected.
Support for the victims: what is provided
The bulk of the funds allocated by the state will go to the construction or repair of housing, assistance in the region’s business and the restoration of infrastructure.
Housing restoration
The state will completely cover the repair or construction of housing at market prices. The rent for temporary housing for the victims will be covered at the expense of the state budget. Insurance payments will begin immediately.
One -time
Payments
10,000 euros
- Families whose main housing is completely destroyed + 2000 euros for each minor child or college student / university
5000 euros
- families with partially damaged housing + 1000 euros for each minor child or college student / university
Compensation for loss of income
Within three months, employees and individual entrepreneurs who have lost the opportunity to work will receive money from the state. Employers will be transferred to salaries. The authorities will take on the payment of social contributions. Self -employed will receive direct payments.
Farms
The Ministry of Agriculture will approve two planes for 1167 farmers.
Direct compensation
For loss of income for a year - without the need to submit additional applications to those who are registered in the Cyprus organization of agricultural payments.
Production program
- involves filing applications within 15 days and receiving 30% of the advance payment from the total amount of assistance.
Restoration of infrastructure and business
On Wednesday, July 30, the Cabinet of Ministers will approve plans for the restoration of infrastructure and technology of farmers, livestock breeders and entrepreneurs, and support small enterprises for the speedy restoration of their activities.
Is there money for the payment of compensation in the budget?
According to the Minister of Finance Makis Keravos, state reserve and budget surplus will allow you to cover all expenses without the need to revise the state budget for 2025.
"Invisible losses" - another 20 million euros
According to the professor of the Cyprus Institute of Theodoros Zakhariadis, the “invisible” damage should be taken into account, the amount of which can reach 20 million euros. In the commentary for Cyprus News Agency, the professor admitted that a significant part of the consequences of the fire does not fall into the official budgets and reports. These expenses are “stretched” in time, but they affect society and often become tangible only after months or years.
"Invisible" articles of losses and costs
Negative impact on human health
It is possible to increase the costs of healthcare due to diseases caused by air pollution (breathing and cardiovascular diseases).
Flood risks
The loss of vegetation cover increases the likelihood and power of floods and spontaneous storm drains. The authorities will be forced to create expensive water disposal systems and flood protection.
Environmental destruction
Burnt forests, shrubs and animal habitats have been restored for decades. Fires often also lead to a reduction in biodiversity.
Growth in the cost of life
Due to a catastrophic fire, transportation costs can grow, as people will look for recreation areas on nature in other, more distant areas of the island. Fires can become an indirect reason for reducing quality and increasing the cost of agricultural and livestock products due to the deterioration of soils and the environment.
Social and psychological consequences
The loss of natural landscapes and places of rest reduces the quality of life. The lack of greens and types of conflagrations contribute to increasing the level of stress and anxiety among residents of areas affected by fire. This can lead to an increase in the costs of psychological assistance and psychotherapy.
