Moires Vocational School Reopens After Meningitis-Related Closure

Monday, 11 May 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

The vocational high school (EPAL) in Moires, a town in the Messara plain of southern Crete, has reopened following a temporary closure caused by a confirmed meningitis case. The Municipality of Phaistos issued the announcement confirming the school's return to normal operations after health authorities assessed the situation and determined it was safe to resume classes. Meningitis cases prompt precautionary closures under Greek public health protocols to limit any potential spread. Moires itself is an agricultural hub near major archaeological sites including Phaistos and Agia Triada, and tourists traveling through the Messara region are unlikely to be affected. Visitors with concerns about health conditions during their stay in Crete should contact local health centers (Kentro Ygeias) or the general hospital in Heraklion. No broader public health alert has been issued for the region.