Earthquakes on Crete
Earthquakes on Crete: The Recent Seismic Activity that were Shaking the Mediterranean Island. Seismic activity on Crete Crete, the largest Greek island, sits atop a complex network of fault lines […]
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Unveiling the Mystery: What Triggered the Intense Earthquake Swarm Near Santorini in Early 2025?
Newsflash from Monday, 1 December 2025: At the start of 2025, the island of Santorini experienced an unprecedented surge in seismic activity, sparking concern among residents, tourists, and scientists alike.
892 earthquake faults identified in Greece
Overview In Greece, researchers have mapped many active faults using precise digital terrain models (DEMs) from the land registry office. This has resulted in the first comprehensive database of active
Long-Lasting Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake with Rumbling Shakes Rethymno, Crete
Newsflash from Thursday, 27 November 2025: In the early hours of Thursday, a strong earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale struck near Rethymno, Crete, causing a noticeable rumbling that
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Crete is the most earthquake-prone region in Europe
Why Crete is the most seismically active region in Europe, civil defence advice for earthquakes, installation of early warning sensors for tsunamis and earthquakes in Crete, and can dogs sense
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New Seismic Risk Map Reveals: Crete and Greece Among Europe’s Earthquake Hotspots
Newsflash from Friday, 14 November 2025: A new European seismic hazard map reveals that Crete and Greece face some of the highest earthquake risks in Europe. Learn what this means
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From Disaster to Despair: Earthquake Victims in Crete Face the Threat of Home Auctions
Newsflash from Friday, 14 November 2025: Earthquake victims in Crete face home and land auctions four years after the 2021 disaster. Residents call for government intervention to stop foreclosures and
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Strong 5.0-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Crete — Tremor Felt Across Chania and the Peloponnese
Newsflash from Tuesday, 11 November 2025: A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Antikythira early Tuesday, felt across Chania and Crete. Experts say there’s no cause for concern. A strong earthquake
Tsunami Potential and Risks for Crete
Crete sits right in the middle of one of the Mediterranean’s most seismically active regions. Here, the African and Eurasian tectonic plates clash, and it’s not exactly a gentle meeting.
Latest findings on the earthquakes near Santorini at the beginning of the year
Earlier this year, the Greek island of Santorini shook with a series of intense earthquakes. Turns out, these tremors weren’t just your usual tectonic rumbles—they came from volcanic activity brewing
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Risk assessment for earthquakes
Greek researchers propose a new approach to seismic risk assessment. Overview of Advances in Seismic Hazard Assessment There’s been a recent push in international research to rethink how we estimate
Seismic awakening of the Aegean Sea
Assessment of recent seismic activity in Greece. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and a significant part of the eastern Mediterranean region. It’s got a reputation for rich
After the 5.3 magnitude earthquake, monks on Mount Athos remain on alert
Mount Athos: Authorities and monks remain on alert after a 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck on Saturday, 7 June – damage to monasteries and concerns about aftershocks. 5.3 magnitude earthquake on
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Strong earthquake south of Crete (Update with expert opinions)
Strong earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale approximately 80 km southeast of Heraklion, Crete, on 3 June 2025 at 14:26 local time. A strong earthquake measuring 5.2 on the
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Strong earthquake off Rhodes and new information on the latest earthquakes in Crete
14-year-old girl dies in earthquake off Rhodes and insightful statements by earthquake expert Efthimis Lekkas on the last nine earthquakes near Arkalochori on Crete. 5.8 magnitude earthquake off Rhodes: 14-year-old
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The village near Ierapetra, revived by Italians
Agios Ioannis Ierapetra: The abandoned village, revived by Europeans, is also struggling with cracking. Lasithi sits on the eastern edge of Crete, a region with a landscape that jumps from
Moderate earthquake in the province of Heraklion
Earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale on Friday, 30 May, at 3:40 p.m., with an epicentre 8 km southwest of Arkalochori. 4.3 magnitude earthquake near Heraklion A seismic event
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Highest alert level on Crete after earthquake
Comprehensive safety measures and updates: Assessments by earthquake experts Lekkas and Tselentis. A strong earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck near the island of Crete. This caused immediate
The aftermath of today’s earthquake
Structural analysis and information update: Secretary General of Civil Protection to inspect Heraklion, Samaria Gorge will remain closed tomorrow, geodynamic effects may continue and Heraklion should not be visited during
Very strong earthquake 6.1 on our own doorstep in eastern Crete (2nd Update)
Very strong earthquake 57 kilometres north of Neapoli, eastern Crete. Updates on the seismotectonic consequences of last week’s quake and why does this quake seem much stronger to the people
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