Thousands evacuate Santorini as earthquakes shake the island

Thousands are fleeing Santorini after over 300 earthquakes hit the island in 48 hours. About 9,000 people, mostly locals, have left, with emergency flights and ferries aiding evacuation. While no major damage has been reported, residents fear structural collapse, with some sleeping in cars. Authorities have closed schools, restricted gatherings, and warned against landslide-prone areas. Scientists link the tremors to tectonic activity, not volcanic unrest, but caution that quakes could persist. Emergency services remain on high alert, and the Greek government is closely monitoring the situation.