Breaking News –Massive 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Greece near Kasos Island just days after a 6.3 quake shook Crete. Midnight tremors trigger panic and tsunami fears across southern Greece.
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Just when people thought the ground had settled, Greece was shaken again this time under a dark sky. At 1:51 AM local time, the quiet night shattered as a powerful 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Kasos Island. The tremor, confirmed by the US Geological Survey, sent people running barefoot into the streets, clutching their children and whatever they could grab in seconds.
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Back-to-Back Earthquakes Rattle Southern Greece
This wasn’t an isolated jolt. Only a few days ago, on May 14, a 6.3 magnitude quake rocked Crete early in the morning. That one was strong because windows rattled, walls swayed, and hearts skipped a beat. No major destruction was reported, but it left everyone on edge. And now, another quake so soon? It’s no wonder the fear has returned.
Locals Share Sleepless Nights and Lingering Panic
Many in the region haven’t slept indoors since the first quake. They’re worried it’s not over yet. “It felt like the ground was breathing under my feet,” one local from Kasos said. Some now sleep in cars or parks, afraid of aftershocks or worse. Anxiety hangs thick in the air, even in the calm daylight.
Tsunami Threat Sparks New Worries
Soon after the quake, officials began evaluating the risk of a tsunami. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre quickly stepped in to assess the danger. Though no tsunami had hit yet, memories of past disasters made folks near the southern coast uneasy. A week ago, after the May 13–14 tremor, similar tsunami warnings had everyone on edge. Better safe than sorry, authorities said.
Greece on Edge as Earth Refuses to Rest
Greece is no stranger to earthquakes, but back to back quakes this strong aren’t common. And that’s what’s really scaring people. The German Research Centre for Geosciences confirmed both quakes, but there’s still no clear answer to what’s next. For now, folks are just hoping for peace and solid ground beneath their feet.
