2008 Dodecanese earthquake
The 2008 Dodecanese earthquake occurred near Kattavia on the island of Rhodes in the eastern Mediterranean Sea on 15 July. The quake struck at 06:26 a.m. local time (UTC+3) and one woman was killed when she slipped and fell as she tried to flee her home. However, the earthquake did not cause any major damage. The earthquake was felt across the entire eastern Mediterranean, as far west as Libya, and inland as far as Damascus.
Thessaloniki Athens | |
| UTC time | 2008-07-15 03:26:35 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 13389231 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 15 July 2008 |
| Local time | 06:26:35 EEST |
| Magnitude | 6.4 Mw |
| Depth | 52 km (32 mi) |
| Epicenter | 35.93°N 27.81°E |
| Areas affected | Greece |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) |
| Casualties | 1 dead |
There was a significant aftershock the next day, 16 July, at 02:52 a.m. local time, which resulted in additional injuries. The aftershock was rated 4.8 Mw.
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