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Tourist Dies After Drowning Off Stalida Beach in Crete

Sunday, 12 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A tourist died after being pulled from the sea near Stalida, a coastal resort town on Crete's north shore between Hersonissos and Malia. Emergency services responded to the incident, but resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful. The circumstances surrounding the drowning are under investigation by local authorities. Tourists visiting Crete's beaches are reminded to swim only at designated areas supervised by lifeguards, observe posted warning flags, and avoid entering the water alone or during adverse sea conditions. Red and yellow flags indicate hazardous conditions requiring caution or prohibition from swimming. Stalida beach remains popular with visitors, and local services continue to operate normally. Travelers experiencing a beach emergency should call 112 (European emergency number) or the Greek Coast Guard at 108.

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