In response to a recent increase in seismic activity on Santorini, Greece, schools were closed and emergency crews were dispatched as a precaution against a possible earthquake. Over a span of three days, more than 200 undersea earthquakes were detected in the area, with magnitudes reaching up to 4.7, raising alarms for the tourist island and nearby destinations.
Civil Protection Minister Vasilis Kikilias, after a government emergency meeting in Athens, emphasized the precautionary nature of these measures, urging citizens to adhere to safety recommendations. Kikilias said: "These measures are precautionary, and authorities will remain vigilant." He advocated for minimized risk through public compliance.
Rescue teams from the Fire Service, accompanied by sniffer dogs, established temporary shelters in open spaces, while locals and tourists were advised to avoid indoor mass gatherings. Hotels were instructed to empty swimming pools to mitigate potential structural damage.
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Prominent seismologist Gerasimos Papadopoulos noted the shifting epicenters and growing magnitude of the tremors, suggesting the possibility of an imminent larger seismic event. Papadopoulos said: "All scenarios remain open," observing the northwest shift in epicenters and emphasizing the tectonic, not volcanic, nature of these quakes. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)
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