Back to newsA light magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck the Dodecanese Islands in southeastern Greece on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 11:09 am local time (GMT+3). The Dodecanese archipelago, which includes Rhodes and Kos, lies east of Crete across the Aegean Sea. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in the eastern Mediterranean and are generally not dangerous. No damage or injuries have been reported. Visitors currently in Crete or the Dodecanese should be aware that minor tremors are a normal part of life in this seismically active region. No travel disruptions or safety concerns are expected as a result of this event.
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Magnitude 3.6 Earthquake Strikes Dodecanese Islands, Greece
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