Earthquake surge prompts state of emergency on Greek island of Santorini
Feb 06, 2025
A lot of shaking is happening on a beautiful Greek island called Santorini. The earth is moving a lot, and it's making everyone very scared. The government has declared a state of emergency to make sure everyone is safe.
There have been many earthquakes under the sea near Santorini. The biggest one was a 5.2 magnitude tremor, and it happened recently. People are working hard to help the island. They are sending firefighters, police, and even the armed forces to make sure everyone is okay.
Even though the earthquakes haven't caused much damage, many people are leaving the island. They are taking ferries to go to the mainland of Greece where it's safer. Thousands of people are evacuating to stay safe.
Experts say that the earthquakes are not related to the volcanoes in the area. They are happening deep under the sea. The government is trying to keep everyone safe and make sure no one gets hurt.
It's important to be prepared for emergencies like earthquakes. Sometimes, the earth can move unexpectedly, but if we stay calm and listen to the people in charge, we can stay safe. Let's hope everyone on Santorini stays safe and the shaking stops soon.