www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/10/23/alerta-de-tsunami-dup

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the Aeolian Islands in Sicily, causing evacuations but no casualties. A tsunami alert was quickly lifted. The quake was felt strongly in Palermo and surrounding areas, prompting school evacuations and emergency responses. Initial reports estimated the quake at 5.0 before being revised. The tremors began on October 20, with several smaller quakes preceding the main event. Minor landslides occurred, but no significant damage was reported.