Amorgos earthquake

In 2010, major works were carried out in Santorini to address landslides, but further development is needed

A 4.9 magnitude earthquake has hit the area between the islands of Milos, Amorgos and Santorini. The tremor occurred at 6.53pm, according to the Athens Geodynamics Institute.

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake that hit the vicinity of tourist resorts in Greece and Turkey has resulted in the deaths of two people and injury of at least 170.

Authorities in the two countries said that the earthquake's epicenter was in the Aegean Sea, and that it happened early on Friday.