People flee Santorini as earthquake fears grow
Residents and tourists scramble to leave Greek island on ferries and planes after ‘barrage’ of tremors
Earthquake fears have prompted people to flee Santorini, as Greece’s most popular island destination continues to be hit by what scientists described as a “barrage” of tremors.
With authorities on heightened alert amid mounting concerns of an impending natural disaster, residents, tourists and workers are scrambling to leave the island on ferries and planes.
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