Current Context: Recently, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Greece, with its epicentre near Athens on Evia Island.

ABOUT EVIA ISLAND

• Also Called: Euboea.
• Size: 2nd largest island in Greece (after Crete), 3rd largest in Europe (after Crete and Cyprus).
• Area: ~3,500 sq. km.
• Location: Central Greece, Aegean Sea.
• Separation: From mainland Greece by Euboean Strait.
• Capital/City: Halkida – administrative and commercial hub.
  • Known for Euripus Strait tidal currents, which change direction several times daily.
• Geography: Alpine mountains (Dyrfi, Kandili, Ohi), lush forests, wetlands, beaches.
• Climate: Mediterranean – mild rainy winters, hot sunny summers.