A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck at 3:06 a.m. on Tuesday in the Corinthian Gulf, a region well known for its high seismic activity, prompting close monitoring by seismologists.
Speaking to ERT (Greek state broadcaster), Professor of Geology and president of the Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization (OASP), Efthymios Lekkas, stated that “the earthquake occurred at the entrance of the Corinthian Gulf, an active tectonic zone that has produced similar tremors in the past.”
“We are observing the situation closely due to the area’s geological characteristics. There is no immediate cause for alarm, but the Corinthian Gulf remains one of the most earthquake-prone zones in the country and requires vigilance,” he added.
According to the revised estimate from the Geodynamic Institute, the epicenter was located 13 kilometers southeast of Galaxidi, with a focal depth of 16.8 kilometers.
The tremor was strongly felt not only in nearby areas such as Patras, Nafpaktos, and Nafplio, but also in the wider Attica region, including Athens. As Mr. Lekkas explained, this was due to the direction of the seismic waves, which amplified the shock as it traveled toward the capital.
