Greece announces measures to support businesses on quake-hit islands

By AFP
February 17, 2025
This photograph shows a general view of the Oia village on the Greek island of Santorini while the authorities restrict the access to the tourists in some areas as a precaution due to recent seismic activity on February 5, 2025.—AFP
This photograph shows a general view of the Oia village on the Greek island of Santorini while the authorities restrict the access to the tourists in some areas as a precaution due to recent seismic activity on February 5, 2025.—AFP

ATHENS: Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Sunday announced economic support measures for businesses and employees in Santorini and nearby islands rattled by thousands of earthquakes recorded since the end of January.

Athens University recorded more than 14,000 tremors between January 26 and February 9 at sea between the islands of Santorini, Amorgos, Ios and Anafi. The activity has baffled scientists but has so far caused no damage or injuries. A businessman from Santorini, speaking on Skai TV on Sunday, said the island´s tourism industry is already being damaged.