Greece Earthquakes: Authorities maintain security measures as seismic activity eases on island of Santorini

ATHENS

Authorities are maintaining security measures as seismic activity has eased on the Greek island of Santorini, according to the media reports Thursday.

Following a meeting with two scientific committees monitoring the earthquakes in Santorini, experts announced that seismic activity within the Santorini Caldera has remained stable after recent earthquakes, the To Vima newspaper reported.

Experts drew attention, however, to the increased ground deformation in the broader Santorini area.

In line with suggestions from the meeting, authorities decided to maintain safety measures until Feb. 22, when the committees will gather for further evaluation.

In a related development, the Finance Ministry is considering a temporary suspension of a newly-introduced tax on cruise ships until the effects of the tremors on the island’s economy can be reassessed.