Scheduled Power Outage Affects Akrotiri on Saturday

Monday, 4 May 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

A scheduled power outage will affect parts of the Akrotiri peninsula near Chania on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The outage is planned by the Greek electricity distribution network operator HEDNO to carry out maintenance work on the local grid. The affected area includes Aroni and the firing range zone on the peninsula. Tourists staying in or planning to visit Akrotiri that day should be aware that accommodation, restaurants, and services in the affected areas may have no electricity during these hours. It is advisable to charge devices in advance, confirm with your accommodation whether backup power is available, and plan any activities in the area accordingly. The outage is expected to be fully resolved by 3:00 PM.