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Tsunami warnings in Greece

Live tsunami alert status and recent offshore earthquakes for Greece.

Active tsunami warnings

No active tsunami warning for Greece right now. We monitor GDACS and the US NWS continuously and will show any new alert here the moment it is issued.

Greece's coastline lies near the active Africa-Eurasia plate boundary, where earthquakes and landslides can generate tsunamis - as seen historically in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. The strongest recent earthquake near Greece was M 5.3 near GREECE.

Tsunami alert levels

Warning

Dangerous coastal flooding and powerful currents likely. Move to high ground or inland now.

Watch

A tsunami is possible. Stay alert and be ready to act.

Advisory

Strong currents or waves dangerous near the water. Stay away from the coast.

Tsunamis in Greece: FAQ

Is there a tsunami warning in Greece right now?

There is no active tsunami warning being tracked for Greece right now. This page updates automatically from GDACS and the US NWS.

Can earthquakes near Greece cause a tsunami?

Greece's coastline lies near the active Africa-Eurasia plate boundary, where earthquakes and landslides can generate tsunamis - as seen historically in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. Large, shallow offshore earthquakes (roughly M7+) are the main tsunami trigger.

Where do tsunami warnings for Greece come from?

QuakeMate aggregates the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the US National Tsunami Warning Center, and the global GDACS system. Local agencies issue the official guidance.

Tsunami & earthquake alerts for Greece

QuakeMate sends real-time alerts for major earthquakes and tsunami warnings near you - free on iOS.

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