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6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Crete, Tsunami Warning Issued

The quake, recorded at a depth of 83 km, prompted Greek authorities to issue coastal evacuation advisories, though no casualties or major damage have been reported.

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Overview

  • A strong earthquake measuring 6.3 (GFZ) and 6.1 (USGS) struck near Crete and Kasos early Wednesday morning at a depth of approximately 83 km.
  • Greek authorities have issued a tsunami warning for coastal areas, urging residents and tourists to move to higher ground as a precaution.
  • Tremors were widely felt across the Eastern Mediterranean, including in Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and Jordan.
  • No immediate reports of casualties or significant structural damage have been confirmed, but emergency services remain on high alert for potential aftershocks.
  • The region, located at the convergence of the African and Eurasian tectonic plates, is one of Europe’s most seismically active zones, with heightened vigilance following earlier seismic activity in 2025.