Updated on 19 July 2019
Situation:
On Friday, 19 July, The US Geological Survey recorded a 5.3-magnitude earthquake in
Magoula, at 14:30 hours at a depth of 10 km (6 mi). The earthquake occurred about 14
miles northwest of Athens. Reports indicate that the earthquake knocked out telecoms
and power in parts of Athens.
At this time, a tsunami alert has not been issued.
Mitigation Steps:
Monitor local news media for updates
Avoid traveling through damaged areas
Keep electronics charged
Keep bottled water nearby
Allow for possible travel delays
Expect aftershocks, some may be strong
In the event of aftershocks,
If indoors
Seek shelter from falling debris (ex: under a table)
Move away from windows
Do not attempt to leave a building unless there is an immediate danger
If outdoors,
Move away from tall buildings, utility wires, streetlights and high walls
Watch for ground movement (cracks, shifting, sinkholes, etc.)
DISCLAIMER and Hold Harmless
Disclaimer: LSDS gathers information from multiple sources and offers insight and perspective to travelers. Sources cannot be validated for accuracy in every instance. Travelers assume all risk associated with their travel and are responsible for the decisions associated with travel and for their own safety. Users of this reference document agree, to hold harmless LSDS (LLC) its employees and clients associated with any risk or injury incurred during travel.
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