Scientists have detected several thousand earthquakes, the vast majority of them with small magnitudes, in just over two weeks near Greece's volcanic island of Santorini, the University of Athens' crisis management committee said Tuesday,

The Greek island has a long history of earthquakes, but what is causing the recent series of quakes has scientists perplexed.

Santorini, a major Greek tourist destination, is grappling with ongoing seismic activity. Thousands have fled as precautionary measures are enforced. The government announced economic support to safeguard jobs,

As earthquakes shake Santorini, the tourism sector worries that it may deter travelers from visiting the Greek island.

NBC News’ Matt Bradley reports on the aftermath and public response to several days of near constant earthquakes around the tourist hotspot of Santorini, Greece.