The scientists conducted the first systematic mapping of all of Greece using high-resolution Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) from the Hellenic Cadastre.
“It occurred along the major Xanthi–Chrysoupoli–Kavala fault line, so we must monitor it closely in the coming hours to see how the situation develops," the Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization President said.
The shallow quake was centred northwest of Karyes, the administrative seat of Mount Athos; no damage or injuries have been reported
Google’s Earthquake Alerts System, active in Greece since 2021, uses smartphone sensors to detect seismic activity and send early warnings. The system has detected over 11,000 quakes in three years, offering crucial seconds of warning in earthquake-prone regions
The quake caused concern among residents across southern Peloponnese, where seismic activity is relatively common
The tremor comes a day after a 4.1 earthquake was reported off the coast of the island of Kasos
It is plausible that the sequence could continue, potentially producing stronger quakes that might not be limited to the southeastern Aegean
An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale (initially estimated at 5.4) struck off the east coast of Crete shortly before 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, prompting local authorities to issue alerts to residents. The tremor had an epicenter 14 kilometers east of the Lasithi regional unit with a focal depth of 10 kilometers and was […]
Michalis Erotokritos, the mayor of Kasos, stated that no impacts have been reported on either Kasos or the nearby island of Karpathos.
A recent flurry of minor earthquakes across the western part of the Attica basin in Greece has raised some concern about whether they might be a precursor to larger earthquakes. Professor Lekkas, however, put these concerns to rest in an interview on public broadcaster ERT. Speaking to ERT, Professor Efthymios Lekkas, the head of Greece’s […]
At 5:47 a.m., a 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck the sea area between Amorgos and Santorini.
Residents on Amorgos and Santorini are on high alert as experts warn that earthquake activity may continue for months.
One of Greece's leading scientists says it’s too early to rule out a volcanic eruption around Santorini, but if it occurs, there will be clear warning signs.
If seismic tremors persist for an extended period, there is a significant risk that the island could lose its Easter tourism season.
Latest tremor in southern Aegean again registered between Santorini and Amorgos, as region now attracts global attention
"Only earthquake-resistant construction can save us," Karydis stated.
Individuals in need can contact the the Municipality of Athens’ 24-hour helpline at 1595 for more information and guidance before heading to the club.
Scientists say the earthquakes are attributed to a submarine fault near Santorini, not volcanic activity.
Tremors come as scientists last month announced that volcanic activity has been detected in Santorini's iconic caldera; 3.9R quake recorded off Anafi island after noon, local time
The President of the Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization (OASP) and Professor of Natural Disaster Management, Efthymios Lekkas, was reassuring stating that there was no serious cause for concern.