Santorini volcano activity triggers meeting with civil protection officials

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Increased volcanic activity in Santorini’s caldera has prompted Greece’s Civil Protection Minister to call an emergency meeting with local and disaster response officials.

The Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry reported “mild seismic-volcanic activity” detected by monitoring sensors, similar to activity observed in 2011 that lasted 14 months without issues.

Scientists have noted a rise in activity along a central fault line in the northern part of the caldera but emphasised there is no immediate cause for concern.

Santorini, a top tourist destination known for its picturesque views, is an active volcanic site, with its last major eruption occurring in 1950. However, seismologist Efthymios Lekkas reassured the public, stating, “We have a very long time ahead of us before we face a big explosion.”

He emphasised that the volcano is a “living organism,” and while volcanic activity may cause small earthquakes, no major eruption is expected.

The meeting was attended by key officials, including the head of Greece’s fire department and the deputy minister for disaster recovery, to discuss the ongoing monitoring and response efforts.

Source: Ekathimerini.

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