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Coast Guard rescues 59 migrants near Kalos Limenes, Crete

Thursday, 18 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Greek Coast Guard authorities rescued 59 migrants near Kalos Limenes, a small coastal village on the southern coast of Crete. The rescue operation took place in the waters off this quiet fishing settlement, located on the Messara Bay in the Heraklion regional unit. Kalos Limenes is a remote area with limited tourist infrastructure, known mainly for its role in ancient maritime history as the harbor mentioned in the biblical account of Saint Paul's voyage. The rescue operation was handled by local coast guard units. No disruption to tourist activities or ferry services in the broader region has been reported. Visitors traveling along the southern coastal road between Matala and Lentas should expect occasional coast guard presence in the area, which is normal and unrelated to tourist safety.

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