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Northern Euböa Faces Ongoing Earthquake Swarm, Experts Warn of Further Tremors

Over 50 homes have been damaged as moderate earthquakes continue to shake the region, with seismologists forecasting additional activity up to magnitude 5.5.

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Overview

  • Multiple earthquakes, the strongest at magnitude 4.7, struck northern Euböa within the last 24 hours, with tremors felt as far away as Athens, 130 kilometers distant.
  • More than 50 houses in the affected region have sustained damage, leading to inspections and heightened caution for residents, particularly those in older buildings.
  • Schools on the island remain closed as authorities assess structural integrity following the seismic events.
  • Seismologists anticipate further earthquakes in the coming days, with magnitudes ranging from 4.0 to 5.5, though a major quake is considered unlikely.
  • Experts confirm no connection between this activity and the April Istanbul earthquake, situating the events within broader Mediterranean seismic trends.