Back to newsA moderate 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Eastern Mediterranean on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 8:21 am Athens time. The epicenter was located 20 km southeast of Karpathos Island, in the southern Aegean Sea. While Karpathos is not part of Crete, the tremor occurred within the broader region that includes the eastern Cretan Sea. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in the area and rarely cause damage or injuries. Visitors in Crete or nearby islands may have felt light shaking. No tsunami warning was issued. Tourists should be aware that the Eastern Mediterranean is seismically active, and minor tremors are a normal part of the local geology. There is no indication of impact on travel, ferry services, or tourist activities in Crete at this time.
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4.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Eastern Mediterranean near Karpathos
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