4.0 magnitude earthquake rocks Türkiye’s Izmir amid Santorini’s seismic activity
A seismometer printing line records earthquake tremors on white paper, Aceh, Indonesia. (Photo via Shutterstock)
Türkiye‘s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) announced that a 4.0 magnitude quake rocked Izmir’s Dikili districts.
The Aegean Sea witnessed multiple strong tremors in recent weeks due to high seismic activity near the Santorini island.
AFAD continues to monitor seismic activity near Santorini in the Aegean Sea, with Director Orhan Tatar reporting 60-100 earthquakes daily.
While this represents a decline from the peak of 200 daily quakes in early February, Tatar emphasized it’s premature to declare the risk eliminated. AFAD is assessing potential tsunami and volcanic eruption threats, noting that even in worst-case scenarios, tsunamis would reach Turkish shores within an hour without causing significant damage.
Tatar also clarified that recent sea recession observations were caused by strong northern winds rather than being earthquake precursors.
Meanwhile, Santorini itself faces an unprecedented crisis according to Greek media reports. The popular tourist destination is experiencing frequent tremors that have sparked concerns about potential volcanic eruptions and landslides.
The ongoing seismic activity has prompted many residents to evacuate, leaving some areas resembling ghost towns. Greek authorities have deployed advanced technology to monitor the situation and implement safety measures across the island.
