On May 22, 2025, a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Crete, Greece, with its tremors felt across Malta, as reported by the Times of Malta. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 50 kilometers in the Mediterranean Sea, approximately 100 kilometers south of Crete, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. In Malta, residents reported feeling the shaking, particularly in high-rise buildings, but no damage or injuries were recorded. The University of Malta’s Seismic Monitoring and Research Group confirmed the event, noting that the island’s distance from the epicenter minimized any potential impact. Local authorities issued a statement reassuring the public, and the event sparked discussions on social media about earthquake preparedness in the region. This marks one of the stronger seismic events felt in Malta in recent years, highlighting the island’s proximity to active tectonic zones.
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