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Evia: 4.1 magnitude earthquake in Prokopi felt also in Attica
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Evia: 4.1 magnitude earthquake in Prokopi felt also in Attica

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck near Prokopi, Evia, Greece, on Tuesday morning, causing concern among residents.
  • The tremor occurred at 6:55 AM with a shallow depth of 5 kilometers, making it widely felt.
  • This earthquake is part of a seismic sequence in Northern Evia that began on June 7 with a 5.2 magnitude quake, causing damage to buildings and landslides.

A magnitude 4.1 earthquake rattled the region of Prokopi in Evia, Greece, on Tuesday morning, June 23, 2026, sparking anxiety among locals. The tremor was recorded at 6:55 AM, with its epicenter located 7 kilometers southwest of Prokopi.

The earthquake's shallow focal depth of 5 kilometers contributed to its significant intensity, making it noticeable across the area. This event is the latest in an ongoing seismic sequence that began in Northern Evia on June 7. That sequence included a stronger 5.2 magnitude earthquake, which caused damage to numerous buildings and triggered landslides in mountainous areas.

Residents in Evia and even parts of Attica reported feeling the morning's tremor. The region has been experiencing increased seismic activity, prompting concern about potential further disturbances and the safety of structures already affected by earlier quakes.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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