Despite its reputation as a relatively safe region, the risk of tsunamis in the Mediterranean remains real. Such disturbances typically occur after earthquakes or volcanic eruptions and can come in series. The first wave is not always the most powerful, and dangerous currents can flood harbors and threaten both vacationers and coastal structures.
Experts point out that the eastern areas of the Mediterranean are most at risk, including the coasts of Greece, Turkey, and Italy, where high tectonic activity is observed. While the central part of the region is assessed as moderately risky, the western part, including Spain and France, has a lower likelihood, but this possibility cannot be completely ruled out.
All Mediterranean countries actively participate in the NEAMTWS tsunami warning system under the auspices of UNESCO, which ensures coordination of information and warnings in the northeastern Atlantic, as well as in the Mediterranean, Black, Baltic, and North Seas.
