Back to newsA fire broke out on a KTEL intercity bus at Heraklion Airport, causing panic among passengers and bystanders. The blaze spread beyond the vehicle and also damaged a nearby kiosk at the airport grounds. Emergency services responded to the scene. No details about injuries were included in the available report.
For tourists relying on KTEL bus services between Heraklion Airport and destinations across Crete, there may be temporary disruptions to that route. If you are traveling to or from the airport by KTEL, check with the bus operator for schedule updates before your journey. Taxis and rental cars remain available as alternatives. The airport itself continued to operate, and flight services were not reported as affected by the incident.
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