Arkalochori and surrounding villages in Heraklion Prefecture of Crete continue to be rattled by the aftershocks of the recent 6.0 magnitude earthquake that his last week. The situation for thousands of people is stable but according to officials, untenable for the immediate future. Within the past 48 hours, at least five aftershocks of magnitudes of […]
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Crete’s Capital of Heraklion Shaken by 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake [Updates]
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit Crete this morning according to the earliest reports from the European Mediterranean Seismological Center.
Another 4.2 Magnitude Quake Rocks Heraklion Prefecture Villages
An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter occurred on the outskirts of Heraklion on Crete Monday evening just before midnight.
3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Crete’s Southern Coast
A light 3.9 earthquake struck four hours ago off the southern coast of Heraklion Prefecture on Crete island according to NOA.
Moderate Subsea Earthquake Hits off Gavdos Island
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake was recorded late Wednesday evening just south of the island of Gavdos off Crete.
5.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Crete’s Far Eastern Edge
Early Wednesday morning, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake jolted Crete island, but no damage or injuries have been reported.
A Magnitude 6.0 Crete Earthquake Rocks Distant Cities
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit off the western coast of Crete at just after 7 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27th.
Greece Earthquake Rattles Aegean Ports [update]
Just before 9:30 GMT this morning a magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit eastern Greece just south of Kamariotissa in the Aegean. The quake, reported by the USGS was felt as far away as Palestine.
Magnitude 6.0 Quake Hits Greece: Citizens Reminded of 1953 Killer
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit Lixourion, Greece today with light to moderate to strong ground shake effects.
Indian Ocean Tsunami Watch
A tsunami watch has gone into effect for the entire Indian Ocean after a massive magnitude 8.7 earthquake occurred 270 miles Southwest of Banda Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued the tsunami warning at 0845 local time, with predicted landing times for various regions should a tsunami occur.
Hong Kong Travel to Boom As Japan Struggles
Tourism in Hong Kong is set for an unexpected boom this Easter as travelers look to avoid visiting earthquake-hit Japan as it struggles to recover from nuclear meltdown.
6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Myanmar Burma: Tremors Felt in Thailand
Thursday night saw a strong earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale strike north east Myanmar, shaking up a region that is already on edge following the recent events in Japan. The powerful Burma quake was reported by the USGS in a fairly remote area of the country.
Google People Finder Helps Locate Japan Quake Victims
The powerful earthquake that rocked Japan and sent 30-foot-high tsunamis crashing into the shores has left many travelers in the region disoriented, frightened, and, in some cases, missing loved ones. Google is now featuring its “People Finder” once again, which has helped some local residents and travelers in the area locate each other. The interface […]
New Zealand Quake Unhinges Glacial Ice
A deadly earthquake has stunned the people of New Zealand leaving in its wake at least 65 dead and many more injured or in a state of upheaval. The 6.3 magnitude quake caused the city of Christchurch to shudder violently, and even dislodged a massive chunk of glacial ice.