On February 3, 2025, the Greek island of Santorini experienced ongoing seismic activity, with dozens of tremors reported for the fourth consecutive day. Authorities closed schools and implemented additional flight schedules to assist residents and visitors in leaving the island amid concerns over the earthquakes.
- Schools closed due to ongoing tremors.
- Tremors recorded between Santorini and Amorgos.
- Seismic activity expected to last weeks.
- Residents mostly unconcerned about quakes.
- Additional flights arranged for safe departures.
- Santorini formed by a major eruption.
The seismic activity near Santorini and the surrounding Aegean islands has been ongoing since Friday, with tremors occurring every few minutes. The earthquakes have affected not only Santorini but also nearby islands, including Ios, Amorgos, and Anafi, leading to school closures as a precautionary measure. Local officials noted that while permanent residents are accustomed to such quakes, some temporary workers are choosing to leave the island.
Key details regarding the seismic activity include:
- Magnitude of some quakes exceeding 4.
- Evacuation flights scheduled by Aegean Airlines for Monday and Tuesday.
- Expert predictions suggest the seismic activity may continue for weeks.
Experts, including Efthymios Lekkas, a professor of tectonic geology, have indicated that the current seismic sequence could last for an extended period. Although there have been reports of mild volcanic activity, experts clarified that this is not linked to the earthquakes. Greece’s geographical position on multiple fault lines makes it prone to seismic events, with Santorini’s last significant volcanic eruption occurring in 195
