A powerful 5.1 magnitude earthquake has shaken the city of Trikala in central Greece. The tremor occurred shortly after 10 am Friday.

Trikala in the past was considered a quiet backwater sedate rural town one would never associate with innovation. Nowadays it has become a small city known for innovation, tech friendly environs, and big ideas. Located in the central Greek area of Thessaly Trikala has been consistently pursuing the status of a ‘smart city’, one vested in technology and innovation that ameliorates life in the community.

Trikala becomes the first city in Greece to usher in unbelievable 5G internet speeds.