Santorini Lifts Most Volcano Restrictions as Seismic Activity Returns to Normal Levels

Greek authorities have lifted most emergency restrictions across the Santorini volcanic complex after scientists confirmed that seismic activity and ground deformation have returned to stable levels, ending more than a year of heightened alert that disrupted tourism and daily life on one of the world's most visited islands. A new Joint Ministerial Decision, effective through March 2027 and signed by eight ministries including Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, establishes a relaxed safety f...

By ANTHEE CARASSAVA