Event: Ongoing seismic activity in the vicinity of Amorgos, Santorini (Thira), Anafi, and Ios Islands
The U.S. Mission in Greece alerts U.S. citizens to a series of earthquakes near the Greek islands of Amorgos, Santorini (Thira), Anafi, and Ios. More than 200 earthquakes were detected between Amorgos, Santorini (Thira), Anafi, and Ios, including up to 4.5 magnitude quakes, according to local authorities.
The U.S. Mission in Greece reminds U.S. citizens to exercise caution in affected areas.
Following increased seismic activity, the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has issued advice for Amorgos, Santorini (Thira), Anafi, and Ios, including not to attend large indoor gatherings and to avoid old or abandoned buildings.
Additionally, the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection advises people to avoid the ports of Amoudi, Armeni, Korfos, and Old Port (Paleos Limenas) in the area of Fira, and to choose safe routes when travelling, particularly in areas where the landslide risk is high. In case of a strong tremor, people should immediately depart coastal areas.
U.S. citizens living in or traveling near any of the affected areas should follow instructions from local authorities and closely monitor the local media and emergency alerts. The following resources contain official information from the Greek Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection about steps you can take to protect yourself in the event of an earthquake:
Actions to Take:
- Follow all Greek government announcements and instructions.
- Register with Greece’s Emergency Communications Service for warning messages by SMS, e-mail, or voicemail if you don’t have a smart phone. Registration is not required if you have a smartphone.
- Call the Emergency Communications Service at 112 for emergency assistance.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Check with your airline, cruise ship, or other transportation provider to confirm service or transportation routes are operational.
- Always carry identity and travel documents with you.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist .
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive U.S. Embassy alerts.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Athens
+(30) 210-721-2951
AthensAmericanCitizenServices@state.gov
https://gr.usembassy.gov
U.S. Consulate General Thessaloniki
+(30) 2310-376-300
usconsulate@state.gov
State Department – Consular Affairs
(888) 407-4747 or (202) 501-4444
Greece Country Information
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
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