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Two Earthquakes Strike Near Crete, No Damage Reported

Saturday, 20 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Two earthquakes struck near Gavdos island, south of Crete, on June 20, 2026, measuring 4.6 and 5.4 on the Richter scale and occurring just six minutes apart. Gavdos is a small island located roughly 50 km south of the Sfakia coastline in the Chania regional unit. Authorities responded by deploying precautionary patrols across southern Crete to assess any structural damage and ensure public safety. No injuries or significant damage have been reported at this time. Tourists currently visiting the Heraklion, Rethymno, or Chania areas are not expected to be affected, though visitors in southern coastal villages or on Gavdos itself should follow instructions from local authorities and avoid damaged buildings if any are identified. Seismic activity is common in the broader Aegean region and is closely monitored by Greek civil protection services.

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