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A strong earthquake hit the west coast of Greece near the tourist island of Zakynthos, in the Ionian Sea. The authorities say that there have been no immediate reports of damage.
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The United States geological survey indicates that the epicenter of the magnitude 6.8 earthquake was located 35.9 km southwest of Lithakia, in the southern part of the island. It had a depth of 16 kilometers and hit Thursday at 22:55.
Greece is one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world, with thousands of earthquakes each year. But few people cause serious injury or damage.
Zakynthos has had severe earthquakes in the past and therefore has a very strict building safety code.
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The authorities have not released any immediate reports of damage Thursday.
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