Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis recently visited the earthquake-struck island of Santorini as it grapples with intense seismic activity. During his visit, Mitsotakis inspected emergency preparedness facilities and announced a 3 million euro funding package for the construction of an emergency evacuation route in the southern part of the island.
Authorities on Santorini have implemented additional precautionary measures in response to heightened seismic activity. These measures include restricting traffic in areas prone to rockslides and deploying army trucks with electricity generators to the island. Rescuers have also been dispatched to assist in the event of emergencies.
Scientists are closely monitoring the ongoing swarm of undersea earthquakes, with magnitudes reaching as high as 5.2. The seismic activity is primarily affecting Santorini and three nearby islands, leading to the closure of schools and the evacuation of residents, tourists, and seasonal workers to the Greek mainland.
The Greek government declared a state of emergency to expedite access to state resources in response to the earthquake activity. Despite minimal damage reported so far, the situation has prompted concerns about the potential for a more powerful earthquake. Experts have clarified that the seismic swarm is not linked to volcanic activity in the Aegean Sea, but the possibility of a stronger earthquake remains uncertain.
