Increased Seismic Activity on Santorini

Key Points

• Earthquakes rattled Santorini every few minutes prompting fears of a larger quake
• Authorities are prepared for potential evacuations and have banned access to certain areas
• Increased volcanic activity within Santorini's caldera observed, but deemed unrelated to the quakes

Pros

• Authorities are taking precautionary measures and emergency plans are in place
• Residents and visitors are being evacuated to ensure safety
• No injuries or major damage reported despite the seismic activity

Cons

• Uncertainty regarding whether the seismic activity is a precursor to a larger earthquake
• Fear and anxiety among residents and visitors on the island

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