A 5.8 magnitude earthquake was recorded off the coast of the Greek island of Crete, according to the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The seismic event took place at 6:18 a.m. local time, at an estimated depth of 10 km.
The epicenter of the quake was situated 14 km east of the city of Ierapetra and 78 km southeast of the city of Heraklion. As of the latest reports from Greek public television ERT, there have been no confirmed reports of damage or injuries resulting from the tremor. Following the initial strong earthquake, several aftershocks were subsequently recorded, with magnitudes ranging between 3.2 and 3.8 on the Richter scale.
The details provided by the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Centre confirm the location and timing of the event impacting the region. The seismic activity underscores the geological nature of the area surrounding the Greek island. Residents and authorities are monitoring the situation following the recorded tremor.
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