Increasing seismic crisis in the Greek islands is causing concern among the local population. Scientists indicate that movements of magma are observed, particularly under the underwater volcano beneath Santorini. The mysterious sound heard especially at night on the island could be the noise of faults breaking underwater. Meanwhile, seafloor data and seismic measurements recorded are closely monitored by experts. Here is the latest update on the seismic crisis in Santorini… The tourism island of Santorini in Greece is still being shaken by strong earthquakes. The few remaining residents on the island are tired of the constant state of emergency.
While most earthquake experts say a powerful tremor is still a possibility, they claim it wouldn’t resemble the earthquake that hit the region in 1956. Professor Avraam Zelilidis, a geology professor at the University of Patras in Greece, suggested that seismic activities in the Cyclades islands are connected to volcanic movements.
According to Ta Nea’s report, recent measurements indicate a rise in water temperature, turbidity, and uplift in volcanic areas, revealing earthquake risks. Ongoing seismic activity between Santorini, Ios, Amorgos, and Anafi raises concerns about the underwater volcano Kolumbo in the waters off the Cyclades islands.
Zelilidis highlighted the possibility of the formation of a new crater, and stated that if magma movements continue, small-scale tremors could persist. The ongoing earthquake waves in Santorini and the mysterious sound heard throughout the night are causing worry among the island’s population.
Scientists believe this situation could be linked to volcanic activity. The recent earthquakes brought an unfamiliar sound that concerns the local population. The sound in question may originate from the magma movements rising from the underwater volcano.
Professor Kostas Synolakis from the University of California mentioned that the recorded tremors are volcanic in nature and indicate magma movements beneath Santorini. According to experts, the population is hearing the sound of faults breaking underwater. Seafloor data and seismic measurements off the coast of the island are being closely monitored by experts.
The development of volcanic activity in Santorini will become clearer in the coming weeks.