Professor Efthymios Lekkas, head of Greece’s Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization, warned that seismic activity in Santorini, which has already produced over 20,000 earthquakes, could persist for weeks or even months. While the risk of a 6.0-magnitude quake has lessened, a university team is on-site assessing potential landslide dangers using advanced technology….
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Greece is providing financial support to businesses and employees on the islands of Santorini and Amorgos following a swarm of over 14,000 tremors since late January. While no damage or injuries have been reported, the seismic activity has impacted tourism, prompting government intervention to aid the affected islands.
Ios has become the fourth Aegean island to be placed under a state of emergency due to ongoing seismic activity between Santorini and Amorgos. Authorities have implemented emergency measures to manage the situation, with the decree in effect until March 14, 2025. The island joins Santorini, Amorgos, and Anafi, which have already been declared in a state of civil protection emergency as tremors continue to impact the region.
On February 13, 2025, the region between Santorini and Amorgos experienced two earthquakes, each with a magnitude of 4.2, occurring one minute apart. This seismic activity adds to the ongoing disturbances in the Cyclades, causing concern among residents and scientists alike.
A series of five earthquakes struck the sea between Amorgos and Santorini overnight, with the strongest measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale. The tremors, recorded early Wednesday, are part of ongoing seismic activity in the Cyclades, where over 1,100 earthquakes have been detected since February 1. Experts continue to monitor the region as concerns over persistent tectonic movements grow.
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Excerpt: Santorini, the iconic volcanic island in Greece, is grappling with its strongest earthquake yet, registering a magnitude of 5.3. This event is part of an unusual series of hundreds of tremors that have rocked the island, leading to a state of emergency and hospital evacuation drills. Scientists remain uncertain if this seismic swarm is a precursor to a larger quake.
Schools on four Greek islands—Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi, and Ios—will remain closed until February 14 due to ongoing seismic activity. Since February 1, over 800 tremors have been recorded, with 11 hitting on Saturday alone. While the quakes have caused no major damage or casualties, experts warn that stronger tremors cannot be ruled out.
A series of powerful earthquakes have shaken Santorini, a Greek island in the Aegean. The…
Seismic activity continues to intensify in the Cyclades, with four tremors above 4.0 magnitude recorded within just 30 minutes. Experts report over 6,400 earthquakes in the Santorini-Amorgos region since late January, with residents and tourists evacuating as uncertainty looms. Seismologists are closely monitoring the phenomenon, unsure if a larger quake is imminent.
A relentless series of earthquakes has shaken Santorini, prompting thousands to flee as authorities brace for potential escalation. Over 1,000 tremors, some reaching 5.2 magnitude, have been recorded, raising fears on the popular tourist island. While experts confirm the quakes are not linked to volcanic activity, uncertainty remains over whether a larger seismic event is imminent. Authorities have deployed emergency resources, restricted coastal access, and launched a digital safety platform as the crisis unfolds.
A relentless series of earthquakes has shaken Santorini, prompting thousands to flee as authorities brace for potential escalation. Over 1,000 tremors, some reaching 5.2 magnitude, have been recorded, raising fears on the popular tourist island. While experts confirm the quakes are not linked to volcanic activity, uncertainty remains over whether a larger seismic event is imminent. Authorities have deployed emergency resources, restricted coastal access, and launched a digital safety platform as the crisis unfolds.
A swarm of earthquakes rattled Greece’s volcanic island of Santorini overnight and into Wednesday, triggering…
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.
A persistent swarm of earthquakes continues to rattle the region between the Greek islands of Amorgos and Santorini, prompting the evacuation of over 10,000 people. The latest tremor, a 4.5 magnitude quake, struck Tuesday evening, adding to concerns that larger tremors may yet occur.
New earthquakes hit Amorgos on Tuesday, prompting the municipality of Santorini to implement a third round of emergency measures. These include school closures, event cancellations, and restrictions on access to certain areas. Authorities are urging citizens to avoid abandoned buildings, use safe routes, and evacuate beaches during strong tremors.
A swarm of earthquakes has rocked the Greek island of Santorini for four days, forcing school closures and prompting residents and tourists to evacuate. Dozens of tremors, some exceeding magnitude 4, continue to rattle the island, causing widespread anxiety and travel disruptions.
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Amorgos at 14:17 on Monday, adding to the series of recent tremors in the region. The quake’s epicentre was located 18 kilometres south-southwest of Arkesini, Amorgos, and 231 kilometers southeast of Athens, according to the Athens National Observatory’s Geodynamics Institute. No reports of damage or injuries have been confirmed.
A swarm of over 200 undersea earthquakes near Santorini has sparked an exodus from the popular Greek island, prompting Aegean Airlines to add extra flights. While no major damage has been reported, the constant tremors have rattled nerves and raised concerns, especially given Santorini’s volcanic history.
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.
BREAKING: Greece is on high alert as a swarm of earthquakes rattles the volcanic island…