Santorini Stem: Scientists warn of greater danger!
Santorini Stem: Scientists warn of greater danger!
Santorini, Griechenland - The Greek holiday destination Santorini is under pressure because the earthquake series continues unabated. On Monday, the Geodynamic Institut Athens counted over 120 quake northeast of the island, which means five earthquakes per hour. These vibrations are often so weak that they are hardly noticeable for the population. From a magnitude of 4.7, however, the strong quakes with deep rumors are canceled and can be clearly felt even in the capital, which is about 230 kilometers away, such as Zeitung reported.
Politics on alarm readiness
In view of the ongoing seismic activity, the Greek government holds crisis sessions to evaluate the situation. Prime Minister Kyriako's Mitsotakis called on the population to keep calm and to follow the instructions of the authorities. Strong units of civil protection and the fire brigade are on duty on Santorini and the surrounding islands. Experts do not rule out that the danger of volcanic activities increases, which keeps the situation tense, so Aargauer Zeitung .seismologist Vassilis Karastathis warned: "We are in the same situation as before. There is still a risk of greater earthquake." This uncertain situation is tightened by the geological conditions, because the quake comes from a tectonic trench in the northeast of the island. Experts advise the residents and tourists to avoid certain areas, especially the port, to avoid risks such as landslides.
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