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Earthquakes strike Crete, Gavdos; 5.3 and 4.7 magnitudes recorded

Saturday, 20 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Two earthquakes struck near Gavdos, a small island south of Crete, measuring 5.3 and 4.7 on the Richter scale. Both tremors were felt across the entire island of Crete. Gavdos lies approximately 65 kilometers south of the Sfakia coastline in the Libyan Sea and is the southernmost point of Europe. Earthquakes are common in this seismically active region of the Mediterranean. Tourists in Crete at the time may have felt shaking, particularly in southern areas such as Heraklion, Rethymno, Chania, and Lasithi. No details on damage or injuries were reported in the available information. If you experience an earthquake during your visit, move away from windows, stay calm, and follow guidance from local authorities. Normal tourist activities across Crete are not expected to be disrupted.

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