A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit near Santorini on Wednesday night, becoming the strongest tremor in the area in recent days. The region has been shaken by over 6,400 quakes in the last nine days, prompting concern among scientists and causing many residents to leave. The activity is part of an earthquake swarm, with potential for either a gradual subsidence or a larger main earthquake. Efthymis Lekkas has warned of an increased risk of landslides on Santorini.
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The intense seismic activity in the Aegean continues, with frequent tremors around the island of…
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Skyros, Greece, on Monday morning, shaking the island and surrounding regions, including Evia and Attica.
More than 380 earthquakes have rattled the sea area between the Greek islands of Santorini and Amorgos since January 24th, prompting increased monitoring and precautionary measures. While volcanic activity was initially considered, experts now believe the tremors are tectonic in origin. Authorities are closely tracking the situation and providing regular updates to the public.
A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Evia on Thursday afternoon, with tremors felt across Attica, including Athens. According to the Geodynamic Institute of Greece, the quake’s epicentre was near Chalkida. No immediate damage or injuries have been reported as authorities monitor the situation.
A 3.8-magnitude earthquake struck early Thursday morning in the waters between Crete and Kythera, with its epicentre located 87 kilometres southwest of Kythera. The tremor occurred at 6:36 a.m., at a depth of 11.6 kilometres. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A 2.3 magnitude earthquake struck Galatsi at 5:46 AM on January 13, 2025, causing concern across Attica. The tremor’s epicenter was located near Galatsi, with aftershocks continuing to raise anxiety amid recent seismic activity in the region.
A minor earthquake, measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale, struck near Aigio, Greece moments ago. The Geodynamic Institute of Athens pinpointed the epicenter 12 kilometers south of the coastal town. While no immediate damage or injuries are reported, authorities are monitoring the situation.
Seismologists have reassured residents of Attica that recent small earthquakes, including tremors in Chalandri and Agia Paraskevi, do not indicate the likelihood of a major earthquake. Geodynamic Institute Research Director Athanasios Ganas explained that the microseismic activity, linked to natural fluid circulation in the earth’s crust, poses no risk. He also emphasized that most buildings in the region have been tested against seismic activity, though older structures may require attention.
An earthquake measuring 2.7 on the Richter scale was felt in Attica at dawn, with its epicenter located in Chalandri. Another tremor followed 1.5 hours later in the same area, as reported by the Geodynamic Institute.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.2 on the Richter scale was recorded at 2:15…
A 3.7-magnitude earthquake struck Halkidiki on Tuesday morning, with its epicentre located 9 kilometers south of Nea Moudania and a focal depth of 14 kilometres. There are no immediate reports of damage, and authorities are monitoring the situation.
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck western Greece, causing unrest in Agrinio. The epicenter was near Thermos, Aetolia-Acarnania, at a depth of 18.4km. While no major damage is reported, residents took to the streets in fear.
Athens experienced two minor earthquakes within two hours on Wednesday, with epicentres near Halandri and Agia Paraskevi. The quakes, measuring 2.3 and 2.8 on the Richter scale, caused no reported damage but were felt across parts of Attica. Seismologists are closely monitoring the activity.
A new earthquake struck off the coast of Crete, measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale. According to the Geodynamic Institute, the epicenter was located 35 kilometers south-southeast of Chrissi in Lasithi and had a focal depth of 10 kilometers.
Earlier in the day, another earthquake was recorded, measuring 3.2 on the Richter scale. This tremor was located 20 kilometers south of Arvi and also had a focal depth of 10 kilometers, occurring at 11:52.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.9 Richter occurred in Kythira, originating from an epicenter west of Potamos Kythira. According to the Geodynamic Institute, the seismic event was felt in the surrounding area.
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck 33 kilometers southwest of Kos in the Aegean Sea on Friday morning, according to the Geodynamic Institute. The tremor, recorded at 11:29 AM, occurred offshore and caused no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Authorities are monitoring the situation.
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Attica region of Greece on Wednesday afternoon, with the epicenter located 4 kilometers east-northeast of Kapandriti.
A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 was recorded 14 kilometers northwest of Kassandrea in Greece on November 3rd. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers and was reported by the Geodynamic Institute. Although it was a minor event, residents in the surrounding areas may have felt light tremors. Authorities continue to monitor for any aftershocks.
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck Kefalonia late on Saturday night, according to the Geodynamic Institute of the National Observatory of Athens. The epicenter was pinpointed 4 kilometers northwest of Argostoli, occurring at 11:34 PM. Further assessments are underway to determine the impact.