Expert Comments on Evia Earthquake: Region Rarely Experiences Strong Shakes

The region does not experience major earthquakes, explained Professor and President of OASP regarding the 4.1 and 4.5 Richter quakes that shook Prokopi in Evia on Sunday morning (May 18, 2025). “They were felt as far as Attica,” while so far minimal damage to houses has been reported. In this specific area, based on seismic history, sequences occur lasting 2-3 days but do not escalate to high magnitudes. The region doesn’t produce large earthquakes but tends to persist with activity, he stated to eviaonline.gr. Additionally, after the 4.5 Richter quake, 5-6 smaller aftershocks have been recorded, confirming typical local seismic behavior. Mr. Lekkas noted there is no current reason for concern and urged citizens to remain calm and follow local authority and Civil Protection guidelines.