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Minor 3.1 Earthquake Strikes Aegean Sea South of Crete

Sunday, 17 May 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A light magnitude 3.1 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 4:28 am local time (GMT+3). The epicenter was located approximately 45 km south of Anafi Island, placing it well north of Crete in the southern Aegean. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in the region and are generally not felt on land or cause any damage. No tsunami warning was issued. Tourists visiting Crete should be aware that the eastern Mediterranean is a seismically active zone, but minor tremors at this distance pose no risk to visitors on the island. No impact on transport, accommodation, or tourist sites in Crete has been reported.

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