Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 Richter west of Crete

A seismic tremor measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale occurred at midnight off the coast of Crete. The epicenter of the earthquake was located in the sea area 56 kilometers west of Palaiochora, Chania. According to the Geodynamic Institute of the National Observatory of Athens, the quake struck at 00:33 local time. The focal depth of the seismic event is estimated to be approximately 29 kilometers below the sea surface. No reports of material damage or injuries have been recorded following this specific activity. Local authorities and seismologists are monitoring the situation as the region is known for its seismic activity.