6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Crete, Greece - Second in a Week

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Crete

A powerful earthquake struck off the coast of the Greek island of Crete at 8.49 AM (local time) on Thursday.

According to the National Centre for Seismology, the earthquake registered a magnitude of 6.1.

Impact Assessment Underway

So far, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries or structural damage, but assessments are ongoing.

Second Earthquake in a Week

This tremor follows a similar 6.1-magnitude earthquake that struck near the island of Kasos, off Greece’s southern coast, just a week ago.

That previous quake also rattled parts of the eastern Mediterranean but caused no immediate reports of damage.

Greece's Seismic Activity

Greece is located in one of the most seismically active regions of Europe, situated along the Hellenic Arc, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates converge. This area experiences frequent seismic activity.

Monitoring agencies are continuing to assess the situation for any potential impact.