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Heraklion in a 'dust lock': Evening schools closed and events cancelled

Wednesday, 1 April 2026/CretaOne/1 

Due to the intense African dust that has covered the city, the Municipality of Heraklion has announced that evening schools will not operate today. This decision was made after consultation between the Deputy Mayor of Education and the school directors.

The dust has caused disruptions in the city, with evening schools closed and events cancelled. The situation is being closely monitored by the authorities.

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the dust. The Municipality of Heraklion will provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.