5.2 magnitude earthquake and aftershocks near Mount Athos

An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 on the Richter scale occurred earlier in the morning in Greece (at 1.50 at night, Greek time) in the sea area of Mount Athos.

The epicentre of the earthquake was the same as the 4.4 magnitude earthquake. In particular, according to the Institute of Geodynamics of the National Observatory of Athens, the epicentre of the earthquake was recorded 22 km southwest of Mount Athos, while the focal depth was 17.5 km.

In addition, the Institute recorded seven aftershocks in the same area, which had a magnitude of 2.4 to 3.8 on the Richter scale and occurred after the 5.2 magnitude earthquake.

Source: vema.com.au