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Earthquakes and Eruptions in Santorini

Aphrodite Maria Micheli • March 28, 2025

What happened in Santorini in 2025?

From January 26 to February 7, 2025, the region between Santorini and Amorgos experienced over 11,700 earthquakes, as reported by the Seismology Laboratory of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. The tremors were a daily occurrence for residents. On February 5 alone, more than 120 earthquakes were detected, with 19 surpassing 4.0 on the Richter scale, and the strongest reaching a 5.1 magnitude.


In response, the Greek government, alongside Civil Protection authorities, declared a state of emergency for Santorini and nearby islands, including Amorgos, Ios, and Anafi, lasting until March 3. Schools on these islands were closed for three weeks as a precautionary measure. Authorities advised residents to steer clear of old buildings, narrow streets with vulnerable structures, and key ports like Ammoudi and Armeni. Special guidelines were also issued for visitors, encouraging them to take safe routes and remain cautious, particularly in steep areas susceptible to landslides. Furthermore, in the event of a strong earthquake, immediate evacuation from coastal areas was advised due to the risk of minor tsunamis.


The persistent seismic activity significantly disrupted daily life on Santorini. An estimated 10,000 people left the island as a safety measure, and many businesses closed temporary.

Are there still earthquakes in Santorini?

The quakes have settled down, and the emergency was called off in early March. By the end of the month, Santorini seems to be getting back to normal after February's intense seismic activity. Schools in Santorini, Anafi, Ios, and Amorgos have reopened, along with hotels, shops, and other businesses. Some businesses never even stopped welcoming visitors. 


It's clear that the island is bouncing back and gearing up for an exciting tourist season.

Is Santorini back to normal?

We're happy to share that Santorini is back to its usual self, welcoming more visitors each day. Hotels, restaurants, activities, and shops are open, and the first cruise ships have even started arriving.


However, certain areas are currently closed undergoing maintenance:


The ports of Fira (Old Port)  and Oia (Ammoudi Port) are being inspected and maintained. This means closures or limited access until May, when things usually get back to normal.


⚆ The cable car is unavailable but is expected to resume operation by the end of May.


⚆ The Akrotiri Excavation Site is temporarily closed for maintenance and there’s no official word on when it’ll reopen. The rest of the museums have been up since the end of March.

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