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Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Major 6.1 magnitude earthquake rocks Greek holiday islands Crete and Santorini sparking tsunami fears
It follows a number of major quakes in recent weeks across Greece Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GREECE has been struck by a horror 6.1-magnitude earthquake with tremors being felt across Turkey and Israel. Fears are now growing that a major tsunami could hit the popular Brit holiday islands of Crete and Santorini. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A major earthquake has hit Crete with a tsunami warning now in place across the island Credit: Getty 2 Crete is seen a popular Brit holiday hotspot Credit: Getty The Greek government has issued a national directive ordering people to stay alert and vigilant as they continue to assess the quake and any potential aftershocks. 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. The tremor first hit 79km out from the city of Heraklion at 6:19am (3:19am UK time) this morning. read more in earthquakes QUAKE SHOCK Tsunami warning and evacuations as 7.5 mag quake rocks Chile & Argentina coast Director of the Geodynamic Institute of Athens, Vasilis Karastathis, confirmed the quake as he said it may take up to a few days to fully evaluate the tremors. It comes just over a week after terrified Brits were told to immediately evacuate coastal regions of Greece amid tsunami fears. A 6.3-magnitude quake struck both Crete and Rhodes as it quickly sparked panic among holidaymakers and locals. The quake registered a depth of 62.5 kilometres and struck as many people slept, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Its epicentre was the tiny Aegean island of Kasos. Brit holidaymaker Nigel Cummings, who was on holiday in Crete, said: 'We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly. 'The text message people got warning about a tsunami frightened a lot of us.' Tsunami warning and evacuations as 7.5 mag quake rocks Chile & Argentina coast More than 624,000 people reside in Crete, with around a third of the island's population living in the capital, Heraklion. The region lies in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. It's generally thought that any earthquake over 6.0 can cause damage if it hits a populated area. Roughly 100 earthquakes with a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.9 are recorded each year worldwide, according to Michigan Tech University. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
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. Fears are now growing that a major tsunami could hit the popular Brit Advertisement 2 A major earthquake has hit Crete with a tsunami warning now in place across the island Credit: Getty 2 Crete is seen a popular Brit holiday hotspot Credit: Getty The Greek government has issued a national directive ordering people to stay alert and vigilant as they continue to assess the quake and any potential aftershocks. 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. The tremor first hit 79km out from the city of Heraklion at 6:19am (3:19am UK time) this morning. Advertisement read more in earthquakes Director of the Geodynamic Institute of Athens, Vasilis Karastathis, confirmed the quake as he said it may take up to a few days to fully evaluate the tremors. It comes just over a week after terrified Brits were told to immediately evacuate coastal regions of Greece amid tsunami fears. A 6.3-magnitude quake struck both Crete and Rhodes as it quickly sparked panic among holidaymakers and locals. The quake registered a depth of 62.5 kilometres and struck as many people slept, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Its epicentre was the tiny Aegean island of Kasos. Brit holidaymaker Nigel Cummings, who was on holiday in Crete, said: 'We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly. 'The text message people got warning about a tsunami frightened a lot of us.' Tsunami warning and evacuations as 7.5 mag quake rocks Chile & Argentina coast More than 624,000 people reside in Crete, with around a third of the island's population living in the capital, Heraklion. Advertisement The region lies in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. It's generally thought that any earthquake over 6.0 can cause damage if it hits a populated area. Roughly 100 earthquakes with a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.9 are recorded each year worldwide, according to Michigan Tech University. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Advertisement is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Scared Brits told FLEE coasts amid tsunami fears after 6.3-mag quake hits Greek isles making ground ‘wobble like jelly'
TERRIFIED Brits have been told to immediately evacuate coastal regions of Greece amid tsunami fears after a huge earthquake. A 6.3-magnitude quake struck the Advertisement 4 A 6.3-magnitude quake struck the holiday hotspots of Crete and Rhodes overnight Credit: Getty 4 People were told to immediately flee coastal regions as a tsunami warning was imposed Credit: Getty 4 The quake registered a depth of 62.5 kilometres and struck as many people slept, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Its epicentre was the tiny Aegean island of Kasos. Even citizens in Israel reported feeling shockwaves from the powerful earthquake, The Jerusalem Post reported. At around 3:57am on Wednesday morning a second tremor was felt south of Kasos and Karpathos which measured at 3.4-mag. Advertisement read more in Greece A third shortly followed which prompted emergency services to take the very rare step of releasing a tsunami warning. People in Rhodes, Karapathos and Kasos were all sent an emergency alert about "a potential tsunami risk", by Greece 's Emergency Communication Service. Those in the shock zones were urged to avoid coastal areas and closely follow instructions from officials . And Brits who were in southern Aegean region when the series of tremors hit have now described the ground beneath them as 'wobbling like jelly'. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Exclusive Crete holidaymaker Nigel Cummings said: 'We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly. 'The text message people got warning about a tsunami frightened a lot of us.' Tsunami warning and evacuations as 7.5 mag quake rocks Chile & Argentina coast Anastasia, a local employee at a sea front hotel in Rhodes, added: 'People here have been really shaken up. A lot haven't slept. 'It was really powerful, so powerful they underplayed it.' Advertisement No damage or injuries have been reported as of yet. Speaking on the initial quake, Efthymios Lekkas, president of Greece's Earthquake Planning and Protection Organisation, told Greece's public broadcaster: "The main characteristic of this strong tremor is that its focal depth was at 60 kilometres." "This means the seismic waves reached Kasos and Karpathos significantly weakened - and even more so in Crete - resulting, according to initial data and the first accounts from residents, in no reported impacts so far, although of course we do not yet have a complete picture." He added: "It was strongly felt across Crete, as well as in Rhodes, Kos and throughout the southeastern Aegean." Advertisement We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly Nigel Cummings Welsh holidaymaker in Crete Lekkas also admitted that 'we don't yet have a complete picture' around the potential damages. More than 624,000 people reside in Crete, with around a third of the island's population living in the capital, Heraklion. The region lies in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. It's generally thought that any earthquake over 6.0 can cause damage if it hits a populated area. Advertisement Roughly 100 earthquakes with a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.9 are recorded each year worldwide, according to Michigan Tech University. It comes after the idyllic Greek island of Santorini was Around 7,700 earthquakes have shaken the Santorini-Amorgos seismic zone since January 26. 4 Local Greek officials place caution tapes to restrict access for tourists near the coast as a precaution after quakes were felt earlier this year Credit: AFP Advertisement
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Scared Brits told FLEE coasts amid tsunami fears after 6.3-mag quake hits Greek isles making ground ‘wobble like jelly'
One Brit holidaymaker said the ground beneath his feet started to 'wobble like jelly' TERRIFIED Brits have been told to immediately evacuate coastal regions of Greece amid tsunami fears after a huge earthquake. A 6.3-magnitude quake struck the holiday hotspots of Crete and Rhodes overnight and quickly sparked panic among holidaymakers and locals. 4 A 6.3-magnitude quake struck the holiday hotspots of Crete and Rhodes overnight Credit: Getty 4 People were told to immediately flee coastal regions as a tsunami warning was imposed Credit: Getty 4 The quake registered a depth of 62.5 kilometres and struck as many people slept, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Its epicentre was the tiny Aegean island of Kasos. Even citizens in Israel reported feeling shockwaves from the powerful earthquake, The Jerusalem Post reported. At around 3:57am on Wednesday morning a second tremor was felt south of Kasos and Karpathos which measured at 3.4-mag. A third shortly followed which prompted emergency services to take the very rare step of releasing a tsunami warning. People in Rhodes, Karapathos and Kasos were all sent an emergency alert about "a potential tsunami risk", by Greece's Emergency Communication Service. Those in the shock zones were urged to avoid coastal areas and closely follow instructions from officials . And Brits who were in southern Aegean region when the series of tremors hit have now described the ground beneath them as 'wobbling like jelly'. Crete holidaymaker Nigel Cummings said: 'We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly. 'The text message people got warning about a tsunami frightened a lot of us.' Tsunami warning and evacuations as 7.5 mag quake rocks Chile & Argentina coast Anastasia, a local employee at a sea front hotel in Rhodes, added: 'People here have been really shaken up. A lot haven't slept. 'It was really powerful, so powerful they underplayed it.' No damage or injuries have been reported as of yet. Speaking on the initial quake, Efthymios Lekkas, president of Greece's Earthquake Planning and Protection Organisation, told Greece's public broadcaster: "The main characteristic of this strong tremor is that its focal depth was at 60 kilometres." "This means the seismic waves reached Kasos and Karpathos significantly weakened - and even more so in Crete - resulting, according to initial data and the first accounts from residents, in no reported impacts so far, although of course we do not yet have a complete picture." He added: "It was strongly felt across Crete, as well as in Rhodes, Kos and throughout the southeastern Aegean." We didn't just shake, the whole earth seemed to wobble like jelly Nigel Cummings Lekkas also admitted that 'we don't yet have a complete picture' around the potential damages. More than 624,000 people reside in Crete, with around a third of the island's population living in the capital, Heraklion. The region lies in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. It's generally thought that any earthquake over 6.0 can cause damage if it hits a populated area. Roughly 100 earthquakes with a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.9 are recorded each year worldwide, according to Michigan Tech University. It comes after the idyllic Greek island of Santorini was plunged into a state of emergency in February as a total of 7,700 tremors shook the isle in two weeks. Around 7,700 earthquakes have shaken the Santorini-Amorgos seismic zone since January 26.
The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘Move away from the coast immediately'- Irish holidaymakers issued Tsunami warning in popular European sun spot
A MAJOR Tsunami alert has been issued to holidaymakers in Greece – with tourists being told to "move away from the coast immediately". It comes after a strong 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit the holiday hotspot Crete and Rhodes in Advertisement 3 The quake was strongly felt in Crete and Rhodes Credit: X / @ForecastGreece 3 Authorities are advising both locals and holidaymakers of a 'potential tsunami risk' Credit: X / @ariel_oseran According to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens, the quake with a depth of 62.5 kilometres was strongly felt in The President of Greece's Earthquake Planning and Protection Organisation, Efthymios Lekkas, told Greece's public broadcaster that the main characteristic of this strong tremor is its "focal depth was at 60 kilometres". He said: "This means the seismic waves reached Kasos and Karpathos significantly weakened - and even more so in Crete - resulting, according to initial data and the first accounts from residents, in no reported impacts so far, although of course we do not yet have a complete picture. Advertisement Read more in Travel "It was strongly felt across Crete, as well as in Rhodes, Kos and throughout the southeastern Aegean." Shortly after the quake, people in Rhodes, Karapathos and Kasos were sent an emergency alert about "a potential tsunami risk", the broadcaster reported. Authorities are advising both locals and holidaymakers of a "potential tsunami risk" in Rhodes, Karpathos, and Kasos. They are being strongly advised to stay away from the coastline and to seek higher ground as a precaution. Advertisement Most read in The Irish Sun Greece's Ministry for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection took to They said: "A magnitude 5.9 earthquake occurred 48km SE of Kasos. Risk of a possible Tsunami in your area. Watch moving moment herd of elephants form ring of protection around calves as 5.2-mag earthquake rocks world-famous zoo "Move away from the coast immediately." The epicentre of the earthquake was the tiny Aegean island of Kasos, according to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens. Advertisement More than 624,000 people reside in Crete, with around a third of the island's population living in the capital, Heraklion. 'MOVE AWAY IMMEDIATELY' The region lies in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe, where the African and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. It's generally thought that any earthquake over 6.0 can cause damage if it hits a populated area. Roughly 100 earthquakes with a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.9 are recorded each year worldwide, according to Michigan Tech University. Advertisement It comes after the idyllic Greek island of Santorini was plunged into a state of emergency in February as a total of 7,700 tremors shook the isle in two weeks. Around 7,700 earthquakes have shaken the Santorini-Amorgos seismic zone since January 26. 3 The US Geological Survey recorded a lower quake at 6.1 magnitude Credit: Getty
