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Tsunami Warning Follows 6.1 Earthquake Off Crete, Sparking Precautions across Southern Greece
Derek Falcone 23 May 2025 0 Comments

Tsunami Warning Follows 6.1 Earthquake Off Crete, Sparking Precautions across Southern Greece

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake off Crete on May 22, 2025, prompted Greek officials to issue a tsunami warning for southern coastal areas. While the quake was widely felt, especially in Turkey and North Africa, no major injuries or damage were reported, but authorities took swift action to protect residents and tourists.

Santorini Earthquake Swarm Triggers Emergency Response Amid Fears of Larger Seismic Activity
Derek Falcone 3 February 2025 0 Comments

Santorini Earthquake Swarm Triggers Emergency Response Amid Fears of Larger Seismic Activity

Following a swarm of over 200 earthquakes near Santorini, Greek authorities have taken drastic measures including school closures and emergency deployments as fears grow of larger seismic events. Despite reassurances that the tremors are unrelated to Santorini's historic volcano, tensions remain high with experts unable to dismiss the potential for a more powerful quake.