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Magnitude 3.0 Earthquake Strikes Southeast Crete, No Damage

Tuesday, 7 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A minor earthquake of magnitude 3.0 occurred on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 2:40 am local time, approximately 23 kilometers southwest of Goudouras, a small coastal village in the far southeastern tip of Crete near the Libyan Sea. The earthquake was detected by Volcano Discovery monitoring services. At this magnitude, the tremor was likely felt slightly by nearby residents but poses no danger to people or structures. No damage or injuries have been reported. Tourists staying in the Ierapetra or Makry Gialos area may have noticed a brief, light shaking if awake at the time. No action is required. Seismic activity of this level is common in the eastern Mediterranean region and does not affect travel plans, accommodations, or beach access in Crete.

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