Crete Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning, Tourists Urged to Evacuate Coast

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Crete, Greece, early this morning, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning and urge tourists and residents to “move away from the coast and seek higher ground” for safety. The quake felt as far as Israel and Egypt, follows a 5.9-magnitude tremor last week, marking the second tsunami alert for the island in just over a week.

No major damage has been reported, but Crete, one of Europe’s most earthquake-prone regions, remains on high alert for potential aftershocks. In September 2021, a 6.3 magnitude quake near Heraklion devastated villages, damaged hundreds of homes, and displaced families, while another tremor in October 2021 claimed one life and injured over a dozen people.

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Last week’s quake left visible cracks in schools and public buildings, forcing residents to sleep outdoors amid fears of further seismic activity. Authorities are now closely monitoring the situation.

Source: greek city times

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