A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chalkidiki on Sunday evening, causing tremors felt across the peninsula and as far as Thessaloniki. Despite the initial concern, leading seismologists have been quick to reassure the public that there is no immediate cause for alarm.

A double strong earthquake off Messinia occurred earlier today. The double vibration, the two earthquakes with a difference of one minute were strong and were also felt in Athens.

An earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale registered around 4:15 pm on Friday.