1174 5.5 Earthquake Greece Region. Large population felt
EN English ( FR IT PT SP ) 1174 5.5 Earthquake Greece Region. Large population felt 8 Mar 2026 A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck a populated area in Greece, causing potential economic losses and fatalities. Aftershocks are following the earthquake, and the area has a history of seismic activity. The earthquake is the largest recorded today, with other notable activity in the Philippines, Sumatra, and the eastern Afghanistan region. Key points * Earthquake Activity in Greece: A 5.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in a populated area of Greece, with potential for economic losses and fatalities. Aftershocks are being monitored. * Other Notable Earthquakes: A 2.3 magnitude earthquake was reported near the Philippine Trench. Several smaller earthquakes, including some around magnitude 5, were observed in the Sumatra region and eastern Afghanistan. * Illusian Trench Observation: The Illusian Trench remains q...