Greek Coast Guard Rescues 40 Migrants off Southern Crete

Tuesday, 16 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The Greek Coast Guard carried out a rescue operation south of Kali Limenes, a small harbor village on the southern coast of Crete, recovering 40 migrants at sea. Kali Limenes is located in the Heraklion regional unit, along the rugged southern coastline. The operation involved coast guard vessels responding to a vessel in distress in the area. This type of maritime rescue activity is relatively common along Crete's southern shores, which face the open Mediterranean. The incident does not affect tourist access to nearby sites, including the ancient ruins of Fair Havens, mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles, which draw historically curious visitors to the area. Travelers planning to explore this remote stretch of coastline should be aware that coast guard operations may occasionally be visible offshore, but there is no safety concern for tourists on land or at local beaches.