In the early hours of this morning, a strong earthquake of 5.3 magnitude struck the village of Polydroso in the Municipality of Souli, Greece, resulting in damage to at least four residences. The earthquake has led to more severe damage in two homes, while additional minor cracks have been reported in two others. Local authorities and emergency teams were promptly dispatched to assess the situation and manage the immediate response.

Emergency crews from the Souli Municipality arrived at the site shortly after the earthquake to conduct an initial assessment of the damage. They are working to catalog the extent of the impact on the structural integrity of the affected homes and ensure the safety of the residents. The situation remains fluid as teams are monitoring further aftershocks, which are common after such significant earthquakes.

Additionally, the mayor of Souli, Athanasios Dantis, visited Polydroso to personally evaluate the local conditions and communicate with affected residents. His presence underscores the local government’s commitment to addressing the needs of the community during this emergency. As recovery efforts commence, local officials are also considering long-term measures to improve the resilience of the area against future seismic events.