Another Strong Quake Rocks the Greek Coast
Greece experiences another seismic activity
Hop on social media, grab your phone, or fire up your favorite news app — a magnitude 5.3 earthquake has shaken Gulf of Crete once more! Feeling like a punch to the gut, this shaker was felt clearly across the island, according to ERTnews, citing the Geodynamic Institute of Athens.
The quake's epicenter, situated about 10 kilometers beneath the surface, didn't seem to stir up much chaos, as initial reports pulled in no damages or injuries from the local fire department. The islanders, on the other hand, didn't appear too panicked, per reports.
On the morning of the same day, a different story emerged on the Turkish west coast. A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck, its epicenter resting approximately 60 kilometers beneath the seabed. Unfortunately, the earthquake took the life of a 14-year-old girl due to panic-induced health complications, as per Governor Idris Akbiyik's announcement on the X platform. Moreover, 69 individuals sustained injuries by jumping out of windows in panic.
With no detailed accounts of structural damage or injuries from the magnitude 5.3 earthquake in Crete, it's been noted that earthquakes of this magnitude may not lead to significant destruction in sparsely populated areas or when occurring away from major infrastructures.
When seeking more up-to-date news, it's recommended to tune into local news outlets or official reports from Greek authorities for the most precise details.
Sources: ntv.de, dpa
[1]: As of the latest updates, no specific information on injuries or damages from the magnitude 5.3 earthquake off the coast of Lasithi in Crete, Greece, is available. However, another magnitude 5.8 earthquake in the region, near Rhodes, has been reported, causing one death and at least 69 injuries.
[2]: The magnitude 5.3 earthquake on June 3, 2025, struck the sea area east of the Greek island.
[3]: For the magnitude 5.3 earthquake off Crete, there is no detailed report on structural damage or injuries.
[4]: The magnitude 5.8 earthquake off the Turkish coast affected nearby Greek islands, including Rhodes.
- In light of the recent unfortunate events, various organizations and community members are rallying to provide aid for small and medium-sized enterprises in the affected areas along the Turkish west coast, who might be experiencing difficulties due to the earthquake's aftermath.
- As the ongoing health crisis persists, people are also urged to prioritize their health-and-wellness alongside the environmental concerns raised by the series of earthquakes in the Mediterranean region. Moreover, the implication of proper building codes and environmental science principles when designing and building structures in seismically active zones has gained renewed attention in the scientific community.
