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Earthquake-Damaged Homes Auctioned in Arkalohori as Recovery Stalls

Friday, 13 November 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Arkalohori, a Cretan village affected by recent earthquakes, faces a housing crisis as damaged properties are being auctioned off. ELPIDA organization president Kostas Gandatsios has criticized the unequal treatment of earthquake victims compared to other affected regions, citing pressure from investment funds. The village contains approximately 400 dangerous ruins remaining from seismic activity. The situation raises concerns about displaced residents and reconstruction pace. Gandatsios claims residents are treated as second-class citizens in recovery efforts, highlighting disparities in government support and funding allocation across affected areas. The auctions represent a setback for locals rebuilding their community.

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