Quake shakes Greece-Turkey border, region braces for aftershocks
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 struck the border region between Greece and Turkey. The tremors were felt in southern Greece and western Turkey.
What do you need to know?
- The magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred near the Dodecanese Islands, on the Greece-Turkey border.
- There are currently no reports of serious injuries or damage, but local authorities continue to assess the situation.
- This area lies on an active tectonic plate, making it susceptible to tremors.
What are the details of the earthquake?
The magnitude 5.8 earthquake hit the border region between Greece and Turkey near the Dodecanese Islands. The tremors were felt in southern Greece, western Turkey, and the coastal regions of the Aegean Sea. The epicentre was located about 18 kilometres from the island of Rhodes, at a depth of 68 kilometres.
Are there any threats following the earthquake?
Although no serious injuries or damages have been reported, authorities remain on alert for potential aftershocks. This region is known for seismic activity, as confirmed by previous earthquakes such as the magnitude 5.1 that struck Turkey a few weeks ago.
Why is the Aegean Sea region so seismically active?
The Aegean Sea area, including the vicinity of Rhodes and the border with Turkey, is located on an active tectonic plate. This is a place where the Hellenic subduction and north-south land stretching occur. Significant earthquakes have occurred here in the past, including the powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake in 2020 and the catastrophic earthquake on Rhodes in 1481.
