A powerful earthquake has hit the Greek capital Athens.
There were power cuts across the capital after the 5.3-magnitude quake was felt 9km (5.6 miles) from Eleusis just after 2pm local time.
People were running out onto the streets and the fire brigade reported receiving calls about people trapped in lifts.
Authorities say there was no immediate word on injuries or damage.
The Athens Institute of Geodynamics initially said the earthquake had a magnitude of 5.1 but the US Geological Survey has assessed it as a 5.3-magnitude.
The UK Government has updated their travel advice this afternoon.
It said: "A reported 5.1 magnitude earthquake occurred on 19 July in Magoula, Attica region, and was felt strongly in Athens; local authorities are responding.
"If you’re in the region you should follow the advice of local authorities; further information is available on the Greek General Secretariat for Civil Protection website."
Alex, who was visiting Athens from Manchester, said the earthquake lasted a few seconds.
She said: "I don't think it was super serious, I'm not an Athens native and I'm from the UK so it shocked me and my family a lot - we never experience earthquakes.
"I was actually asleep at the time, so I was very scared initially.
"Everything seems normal, the apartment I'm in is hidden from the main street view, but no noticed damage."
The Greek General Secretariat for Civil Protection website has the following protection guidelines.
It has issued the following advice to those who have experienced an earthquake:
- Be prepared for aftershocks.
- Check if you or anyone around you is injured.
- Do not move seriously injured persons.
- Evacuate the building using the stairs (do not use the elevator), after switching off the electricity, gas and water.
- Go towards an open and safe space.
- Follow the instructions of the authorities and do not pay attention to rumors.
- Do not drive unless there is an emergency, so as not to block the work of the rescuers.
- Use your land line or mobile telephone only in emergency to avoid network overload.
- Avoid entering your home if you notice damages, gas leakage or any cables destroyed.
