Alert in Mount Athos due to seismic activity
June 8, 2025
In Mount Athos, monks and visitors are on alert due to continuous earthquakes in the area. The strongest tremor was measured at 5.3 on the Richter scale, causing damage to the Simonopetra Monastery. Emergency services are on standby to assist if necessary. The Minister of Climate Crisis emphasized that the safety of monks and pilgrims is the top priority.