Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has called for tranquility among residents of the picturesque island of Santorini following a notable uptick in seismic activity over the past few days. Santorini, famed for its stunning whitewashed structures and iconic blue-domed churches, has recently experienced considerable geological unrest.
In light of the situation, local schools have been instructed to close starting Monday, while authorities have issued recommendations against holding “large gatherings in enclosed spaces” to ensure the safety of both residents and visitors. The concern comes after the University of Athens’ Seismological Laboratory reported a staggering total of over 280 earthquakes across various Greek islands within just 48 hours.
Among these, tremors measuring up to 4.9 in magnitude were detected in the waters to the north-east of Santorini on Monday. In preceding days, the island has also experienced significant quakes of 4.3 and 3.9 magnitudes in the vicinity, raising awareness and prompting caution among the populace. The Prime Minister’s call for calm reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring everyone’s safety while they closely monitor the seismic developments in this beautiful yet vulnerable region.
