This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Abdel Latif Baraka
The city of Agadir, particularly its main districts and its coastal strip, is faced with the phenomenon of accelerated spread of stray dogs, which has become a real threat to the security of citizens. This phenomenon, which was limited to certain neighborhoods, has now spread to many streets and public places, causing anxiety and tension among residents, particularly Moroccan and foreign tourists and children who attend schools on foot.
Health and social risks
It’s no secret that stray dogs can cause many health risks, including the risk of rabies, which is a deadly disease. Statistics have shown that dog bites can cause serious health complications that can lead to death if treatment is not carried out promptly. The city of Agadir has recorded several deaths due to rabid dog bites. the comfort of citizens and leads to a state of fear and panic in the affected neighborhoods, especially during the night.
Reasons for the growing phenomenon
The increasing number of stray dogs in Agadir is mainly due to the availability of a suitable environment for their breeding. Places where waste is thrown, such as food scraps, poultry waste and meat, are considered to be one of the main reasons that encourage the proliferation of these dogs. These food attractants help create large groups of stray dogs that spread through streets and residential neighborhoods, making the situation even more dangerous and increasing residents’ fears.
The authorities concerned turned a blind eye
One of the issues raised by those affected is the lack of effective intervention from the relevant authorities. Despite the increase in complaints and demands from citizens, there do not seem to be any concrete and concrete measures to combat this phenomenon. This raises many questions about the effectiveness of programs and plans announced to combat the spread of stray dogs, as well as the extent to which local authorities are prepared to provide lasting solutions to this worsening problem.
Calls for rapid intervention
Many affected people have called on local authorities to urgently intervene to resolve this problem, which has become a threat to public health and personal safety. It is urgent to find alternative solutions, such as the creation of care centers for stray dogs and the establishment of specialized teams to recover and confine them safely. There is also a need to educate residents on how to handle these dogs and take preventive measures to ensure their safety.
The phenomenon of stray dogs in the city of Agadir today represents a real crisis which requires rapid intervention from the authorities concerned. If serious measures are not taken to resolve this problem, it could continue to threaten the safety of citizens and expose them to significant health and social risks. It is necessary to put in place immediate solutions to this phenomenon to ensure the comfort of residents and maintain public order in the city.
