Major 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocks Greek holiday islands Crete and Santorini sparking tsunami fears
GREECE has been struck by a horror 6.1-magnitude earthquake with tremors being felt across Turkey and Israel.
A major tsunami warning is now in place across the popular Brit holiday islands of Crete and Santorini.
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The Greek government has issued a national directive ordering people to "move away from the coast and reach a higher place" as soon as they safely can.
The national fire brigade are also now on high alert for any casualties, major damage or rescue operations which need to be carried out.
As of yet no injuries have been reported.
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