Santorini Declared in State of Emergency Amid Unprecedented Earthquake Activity

Continuous tremors and over 14,000 quakes since January raise fears of a major earthquake or volcanic activity near the Greek island.

Santorini and neighboring islands are experiencing unprecedented seismic activity, with over 14,000 earthquakes recorded since January 24, including a recent continuous 'harmonic tremor.'
The Greek government has declared a state of emergency, urging residents to evacuate coastal areas and avoid unstable structures while deploying emergency services and setting up shelters.
Seismologists warn of the potential for a major earthquake, possibly reaching magnitude 6 or higher, though the timing and likelihood remain uncertain.
Experts suggest the tremors may be linked to magma movement beneath the island, raising concerns about volcanic activity, though no eruption is currently anticipated.
Tourism on the island is significantly affected, with most visitors having left, and travel operators monitoring developments closely ahead of the peak tourist season.