SERIES OF EARTHQUAKES DISTURBS MONKS AND PILGRIMS ON MOUNT ATHOS: Strong tremors felt as far as Thessaloniki
While the storm continues to hinder the arrival of pilgrims, Mount Athos monasteries celebrate the Nativity of Christ with all-night vigils, psalmodies, and strict monastic discipline, continuing centuries-old traditions.
TL;DR
- A 4.9 magnitude earthquake hit the Mount Athos region on Wednesday evening.
- The tremor was felt in northern Greece, Thessaloniki, and the Sporades.
- The epicenter was located 11 km west-northwest of Karyes at a depth of 10.6 km.
- A series of smaller earthquakes, ranging from 3 to 3.4 magnitude, followed the main shock.
- No damage or injuries have been reported, and civil protection is on standby.
- Experts are closely monitoring the seismic activity, stating the next few hours are crucial.