Greece has launched mysafetyplan.gov.gr, an online platform providing real-time disaster guidance and safety information. Developed by the Digital Governance Ministry and the National Observatory of Athens, the platform includes a digital map of safe spaces, helping users find shelters during natural disasters like earthquakes.
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Santorini and the Cyclades continue to be shaken by seismic activity, with 46 new earthquakes recorded overnight. Over 11,000 people have fled the island as experts warn of the potential for a stronger quake. Authorities remain on high alert, with emergency teams deployed and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis convening a crisis meeting today.
Greek authorities are closely monitoring mild seismic activity in the Santorini caldera, with experts noting increased movement in the Kameni fault. While the activity resembles the 2011-2012 period, which concluded without an eruption, officials emphasize that there is no immediate cause for concern. Continuous monitoring and preventive measures remain a priority to safeguard residents and visitors.
Homeowners in Greece can now apply for a real estate tax (ENFIA) discount if their properties are insured against natural disasters, including earthquakes, fires, and floods. Starting in 2025, properties insured for at least a year will receive a tax reduction of up to 20%, with eligibility based on the home’s value. The application process, which involves insurance companies submitting data to the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), opens on January 15 and runs until February 14, 2025.
Affected by last summer’s wildfires and Storm Daniel, livestock farmers in specific Greek regions will…