News from Santorini
Feb 8th, 2025 | 06:45 AM
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News from Santorini
Some press releases:The Greek government has declared a state of emergency for Santorini after days of sustained seismic activity affecting both the island and nearby Amorgos.
The decision, announced by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, aims to address the immediate needs and manage the aftermath of the recent seismic events. The state of emergency will remain in effect until March 1, according to the ministry’s statement.
Since January 27, more than 1,000 undersea earthquakes have been recorded in the area, with some exceeding a magnitude of 5.0. The epicenters of the tremors have been primarily located between Santorini and Amorgos.
The continued seismic activity has prompted significant evacuations, with approximately 6,000 people leaving Santorini via planes, boats, and private yachts.
On February 3, emergency response teams were deployed, and local authorities issued safety precautions for residents and visitors. These included draining swimming pools and avoiding areas at risk of rockfalls due to the island’s steep cliffs.
On the night of Wednesday, February 5, six earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 4 were recorded in the waters surrounding Santorini, followed by a more powerful tremor of 5.2 south of Amorgos.
The ongoing seismic activity in the area of the islands of the Cyclades has prompted Greek authorities to implement precautionary measures across various sectors, including the protection of cultural heritage sites.
On Thursday, February 6, Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni led a meeting with ministry officials to address the preservation of cultural sites in light of recent tremors. The Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities has already activated seismic protocols, taking steps to safeguard valuable relics.
At the Thira Prehistoric Museum and the Archaeological Museum of Santorini, artifacts have been moved to lower shelves, with protective materials placed around the exhibits to prevent damage in case of stronger tremors. Items displayed in glass showcases, as well as larger sculptures and vessels, have been specially secured.
At the Akrotiri archaeological site, storage rooms and workshops have been fortified in accordance with established protocols. These measures have also been implemented on other islands in the region experiencing seismic activity.
Culture Ministry Secretary General Giorgos Didaskalou visited Santorini this week to inspect archaeological sites and museums. His team confirmed that all exhibits and infrastructure remain intact. As long as seismic activity continues, regular checks will be conducted to ensure the safety of these invaluable cultural assets.
In addition, personnel stationed on Santorini remain on high alert, ensuring the ongoing protection of the island’s cultural treasures.
The decision, announced by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, aims to address the immediate needs and manage the aftermath of the recent seismic events. The state of emergency will remain in effect until March 1, according to the ministry’s statement.
Since January 27, more than 1,000 undersea earthquakes have been recorded in the area, with some exceeding a magnitude of 5.0. The epicenters of the tremors have been primarily located between Santorini and Amorgos.
The continued seismic activity has prompted significant evacuations, with approximately 6,000 people leaving Santorini via planes, boats, and private yachts.
On February 3, emergency response teams were deployed, and local authorities issued safety precautions for residents and visitors. These included draining swimming pools and avoiding areas at risk of rockfalls due to the island’s steep cliffs.
On the night of Wednesday, February 5, six earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 4 were recorded in the waters surrounding Santorini, followed by a more powerful tremor of 5.2 south of Amorgos.
The ongoing seismic activity in the area of the islands of the Cyclades has prompted Greek authorities to implement precautionary measures across various sectors, including the protection of cultural heritage sites.On Thursday, February 6, Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni led a meeting with ministry officials to address the preservation of cultural sites in light of recent tremors. The Cyclades Ephorate of Antiquities has already activated seismic protocols, taking steps to safeguard valuable relics.
At the Thira Prehistoric Museum and the Archaeological Museum of Santorini, artifacts have been moved to lower shelves, with protective materials placed around the exhibits to prevent damage in case of stronger tremors. Items displayed in glass showcases, as well as larger sculptures and vessels, have been specially secured.
At the Akrotiri archaeological site, storage rooms and workshops have been fortified in accordance with established protocols. These measures have also been implemented on other islands in the region experiencing seismic activity.
Culture Ministry Secretary General Giorgos Didaskalou visited Santorini this week to inspect archaeological sites and museums. His team confirmed that all exhibits and infrastructure remain intact. As long as seismic activity continues, regular checks will be conducted to ensure the safety of these invaluable cultural assets.
In addition, personnel stationed on Santorini remain on high alert, ensuring the ongoing protection of the island’s cultural treasures.
