New earthquake in Crete

Specifically, according to the revised solution from the Athens National Observatory Geodynamic Institute, there was a 3.9 earthquake on the Richter scale at 12:39.

The epicenter was reported 88 kilometers south of the Arabian Peninsula, with a depth of 6.7 kilometers.

Earthquake protection measures

Citizens can find special instructions on what to do during an earthquake and after an earthquake on the website of the General Secretariat for Civil Protection. Here are the instructions:

When an earthquake occurs

If you are in the house

• Keep calm
• Take cover under a durable piece of furniture (table, desk, desk), kneel down and hold your foot in your hands.
• If there is no durable furniture, kneel in the center of the room, lower the height as much as possible, and protect your head and neck with your hands. Stay away from large glass surfaces (windows, glass partitions) or furniture and objects that can damage it.
• Don’t try to leave the house.
• Don’t go out on the balcony.

If you are in a tall building

• Stay away from windows and exterior walls.

If you are in an entertainment venue, shopping mall, or large store

• Keep calm
• Stay in the room until the vibration is over.
• Don’t be fooled by the panicking crowd rushing towards the exits because you are in danger of being trampled.

If you are in an open space

• Stay away from areas under buildings, phones, or electrical wires.
• If you have a bag or briefcase with you, cover your head with them.

If you are in the car

• Take shelter in an open space and carefully stop the car so it doesn’t obstruct traffic.
• Avoid crossing tunnels, bridges, or overpasses.

What to do after the earthquake if you are in the house

• Prepare for any aftershock.
• Carefully check yourself and those around you for possible injuries
• If there are serious injuries, do not move them.
• Empty the building from the stairwell (do not use the elevator), after turning off the electricity, gas and water switches.
• Take refuge in an open and safe place.
• Follow the instructions of the authorities and do not pay attention to gossip.
• Do not use your car unnecessarily so as not to interfere with the work of rescue teams.
• Use your landline or mobile phone in exceptional cases as it will overload the phone networks.
• Avoid entering your home if you see faults, cut cables, gas, or gas leaks.