6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes off western Greece: USGS

The quake, which was initially reported as 6.4 in magnitude, struck 76 miles (122 km) west of Patras at a relatively shallow depth of 8.5 miles (13.7 km) at 0308 GMT, the USGS said.

A strong magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off western Greece early on Monday, the United States Geological Survey said.

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The quake, which was initially reported as 6.4 in magnitude, struck 76 miles (122 km) west of Patras at a relatively shallow depth of 8.5 miles (13.7 km) at 03:08 GMT, the USGS said.

There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage.