5.2 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Crete
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck the Greek island of Crete on Wednesday evening. There were no immediate reports of damage. The quake's epicenter was southwest of Crete, occurring at a depth of 11.6 kilometers, as per the Institute of Geodynamics at the National Observatory of Athens.
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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake shook Crete, Greece, on Wednesday evening, causing concern but no immediate reports of damage.
The Institute of Geodynamics at the National Observatory of Athens reported that the tremor hit at 19.29 (1629 GMT) southwest of the island, at a depth of 11.6 kilometers.
Residents and officials are on alert, although initial assessments indicate no significant impact.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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