Seismic activity continues unabated with the latest tremor occurring at noon on Tuesday (February 4), measuring 5 on the Richter scale.
According to the revised assessment by the Geodynamic Institute, the earthquake occurred between Santorini and Amorgos, 22 km SSW of Arkesini on Amorgos.
The focal depth was 13.2 kilometers. It should be noted that it was the strongest earthquake recorded in recent days, with the strongest tremor—until recently—reaching 4.9 on the Richter scale.
Warnings and guidelines from foreign countries to their citizens
The intense seismic activity in Santorini has caused understandable concern, as numerous foreign embassies in Athens and the foreign ministries of various countries have issued announcements and guidelines to their citizens, urging them to be particularly cautious and to follow the instructions of the Greek Ministry of Civil Protection.
The initiative for these announcements originated in Great Britain, which was the first to warn its citizens about the dangers posed by seismic activity in the popular tourist region. The United States, Ireland, Romania, and other countries followed suit, issuing safety advisories for their citizens.
The announcements emphasize the importance of complying with the Greek authorities’ instructions, particularly regarding avoiding dangerous areas, such as steep coastlines and old buildings. At the same time, they warn of the possibility of aftershocks and urge citizens to be prepared for any eventuality.
The Greek government is on high alert, with local authorities in Santorini taking measures to protect residents and visitors. However, these developments have caused concern among the local community and the region’s tourism industry.
