Light 3.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Eastern Crete Near Sitia

Saturday, 2 May 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A light magnitude 3.4 earthquake occurred on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 6:51 pm local time (GMT+3), centered approximately 43 km south of Sitia in the Lasithi region of eastern Crete. The quake was recorded in the Eastern Mediterranean and classified as light in intensity. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in the region and are generally not felt strongly on land, causing no structural damage or safety risk. Tourists visiting Sitia, the Lasithi Plateau, or the eastern coast of Crete need not be concerned. No tsunami warning was issued. Crete sits in one of Europe's most seismically active zones, so minor tremors are a normal part of life on the island. Standard precautions apply: follow local authority guidance if you feel shaking during your stay.