The frequency of earthquake activity in Santorini and Amorgos in recent days has abated, following a period of intense seismic activity that has unsettled the region since late January. According to experts, seismic activity in the offshore area of Anydros has shown signs of subsiding. Santorini Earthquakes
Experts from two relevant scientific committees monitoring the Santorini earthquakes, met on Wednesday, February 19, to assess the situation. They reported that seismic activity within the Santorini Caldera remains at the same levels. However, increased ground deformation has been observed in the broader Santorini area.
Following the meeting authorities decided to maintain safety measures until Saturday, February 22, when both committees will reconvene for further evaluation.
The precautionary measures include the continuation of schools remaining closed on Santorini, Ios, Anafi, and Amorgos on Friday, February 21.
Furthermore, authorities continue to advise against gatherings in enclosed spaces and have restricted access to the ports of Ammoudi, Armeni, Korfos, and the Old Port in Santorini. Residents and visitors are urged to choose safe routes when traveling.
Temporary Suspension of Cruise Tax
In response to the recent Santorini earthquakes, the Ministry of Finance is considering a temporary suspension of the newly introduced Cruise Tax.
According to sources, the Joint Ministerial Decision required for the tax’s implementation—approved by Parliament last December—will not be issued immediately, allowing time to reassess the situation.
The suspension of the Cruise Tax has been indirectly but clearly confirmed by Evangelos Kyriazopoulos, Secretary General of Maritime Affairs and Ports.
Responding to a related question during the conference “Corfu Port: A Gateway for Local Development and Economy – The Contribution of Cruise Tourism,” held on Wednesday, February 19 on the island of Corfu, Kyriazopoulos stated that “at this time, the government has other priorities.”
Yesterday, an earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale was recorded near the island of Amorgos in the Cyclades.
