03 Nov 2023 | 07:19 AM UTC
Greece: A magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurs in Dirfys-Messapia municipality at around 08:26 Nov. 3
A magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurs in Dirfys-Messapia, Greece, at around 08:26 Nov. 3. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
A magnitude-5.1 earthquake occurred in Dirfys-Messapia at 08:26 Nov. 3. The epicenter was about 8 km (5 miles) southeast of Prokopi. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 9 km (6 miles), and shaking was probably felt throughout parts of central Greece, as well as northeastern Aegean Islands. There have been no immediate reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days.
Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.
Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.
