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Earthquake rattles Mediterranean island of Crete

Other News Materials 28 February 2011 13:19 (UTC +04:00)
An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale rattled the southern Mediterranean island of Crete on Monday, but no damage or injuries were reported, the Athens Geodynamic Institute said.
Earthquake rattles Mediterranean island of Crete

An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale rattled the southern Mediterranean island of Crete on Monday, but no damage or injuries were reported, the Athens Geodynamic Institute said, DPA reported.

The earthquake took place at 9.49 am (0749 GMT). Its epicentre was located just south of the island, at a depth of about 49 kilometres.

The quake was felt throughout Crete with residents reportedly rushing out of their homes in shock.

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