Greece Issues Tsunami Warning Following Strong Earthquake

Greece has issued a tsunami warning for parts of its coast after a powerful earthquake hit south of the Greek island of Kasos. The earthquake, which struck on Wednesday, had a magnitude of 6.5, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The epicenter of the quake was located in the sea between Kasos and Crete, at a depth of 10 kilometers. Following the earthquake, authorities in Greece urged residents and tourists in coastal areas to move to higher ground as a precaution against potential tsunamis. Tsunami warnings were issued for the islands of Crete, Karpathos, Rhodes, and Kos, as well as the southern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula. The warnings were later lifted, but officials advised people to remain vigilant and stay away from the shoreline. Thankfully, there were no immediate reports of injuries or serious damage from the earthquake. Greece is located in a seismically active region and experiences frequent earthquakes, but large tsunamis are rare. The last major tsunami in Greece occurred in 1956, following an earthquake in the nearby island of Amorgos. Authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed to ensure the safety of residents and visitors in the affected areas.