Authorities have released details of dozens of illegal buildings on the Greek island of Santorini, which seismologists say present a future earthquake risk.
Inspections on the popular island of Santorini have discovered dozens of illegal buildings that could be at risk in the event of future earthquakes.
The Greek Ministry of the Environment and Energy released details of its findings this week, following inspections conducted in October and November last year.
Authorities discovered that many of the hotels and tourist accommodations on the island had falsely registered as pre-1955 structures to bypass stringent regulations.
The crescent-shaped ‘caldera,’ the edge of an ancient volcano, has been particularly closely regulated to preserve its iconic white cliffside buildings. Even here, where rules are tightest, illegal construction has been found.
