On the Blue Coast, wandering herds of goats alarm residents and farmers
Between Martigues and Marseille, one to two thousand goats roam near roads and homes, causing incidents and damage, according to a report by Le Monde. The municipalities involved are seeking solutions to manage this phenomenon.
According to a report published by Le Monde, the Blue Coast, a stretch of coastline located between Martigues and Marseille, is facing a proliferation of stray goats. The number of animals roaming free is estimated at between 1,000 and 2,000, according to figures cited by the daily newspaper.
These animals circulate freely near roads and homes, creating situations that can sometimes be dangerous. Le Monde notably cites an incident that occurred in a town in the area, where goats that entered the streets knocked over an 81-year-old woman.
Beyond the risks to pedestrians and motorists, the newspaper indicates that the massive presence of these goats is also affecting local crops, as the animals feed on unprotected fields and gardens.
Faced with the scale of the problem, the mayors of the neighboring municipalities are attempting, according to Le Monde, to find appropriate solutions to limit the nuisances and risks associated with roaming herds, though no definitive measures have yet been specified in the article.
Le Monde does not detail the exact origin of this proliferation or the timeline for actions being considered by local authorities.
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