Strong earthquake and aftershocks hit Evia, Greece, causing landslides

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A strong earthquake and subsequent aftershocks struck Evia, Greece, causing landslides and widespread concern. The initial tremor measured 4.8 on the Richter scale, followed by five more, with the largest reaching 5.2. Officials reported fallen chimneys and broken items in homes, but no injuries. The seismic activity occurred near a known fault line, with experts monitoring to determine if the largest quake was the main event.


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