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Weak Earthquake Recorded Northeast of Saria Island

Friday, 16 October 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A magnitude 2.4 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea on October 17, 2026, at 1:08 am local time, approximately 6.7 kilometers northeast of Nisida Saria Island. The tremor was too weak to cause damage or be felt by most people. Seismic activity in the Aegean region is common due to its location on active fault lines. Visitors to Crete can travel with confidence, as minor earthquakes of this magnitude pose no safety risk to tourists. Regular monitoring by Greek seismic services ensures regional safety.

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