Back to newsA mild earthquake of magnitude 3.2 on the Richter scale occurred on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 7:59 PM local time. The tremor was recorded in the sea area southeast of Ierapetra, a coastal town on the southern coast of Lasithi, eastern Crete. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in the eastern Mediterranean and are generally not felt strongly on land. At this size, there is no risk of structural damage, tsunamis, or disruption to travel, accommodation, or tourist activities. Visitors in the Ierapetra area, including popular beach destinations along the south coast, can continue their plans normally. No injuries or damage have been reported. Greek seismic monitoring authorities are tracking the event as routine. Tourists do not need to take any precautions.
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Mild 3.2 Earthquake Strikes Crete, No Damage Reported
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