Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization

A 4.0 magnitude earthquake with its epicenter in Thesprotia occurred on Tuesday morning.

According to the Geodynamic Institute, the epicenter was located 4 km northwest of Tsamantas in Thesprotia.

The earthquake’s focal depth was estimated at 10.5 km.

Controlled access measures for residents and visitors have been implemented in parts of the Cycladic islands Santorini and Therasia to mitigate landslide risks.

A landslide struck the little volcanic island Therasia in April highlighting the need to implement safety measures. While no injuries were reported, several stores suffered significant damage.

The recent seismic activity in Corinth and on Crete prompted a meeting of the Scientific Committee for Seismic Risk Assessment of the Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization (OASP) at the suggestion of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Minister Christos Stylianides.