Crete Faces Planned Power Outages Today for Grid Maintenance

Monday, 18 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

The Greek electricity distribution network operator (DEDDIE) has scheduled planned power outages across several areas of Crete today, Monday, May 18. The interruptions are taking place to allow maintenance and infrastructure work on the local grid. The Heraklion region is among the affected areas. Tourists staying in impacted neighborhoods may experience temporary loss of electricity, which could affect air conditioning, charging facilities, and some hotel or accommodation services. Outages of this type are typically scheduled during daytime hours and last a few hours. If you are in an affected area, carry a portable charger for your devices, confirm your accommodation is aware of the schedule, and avoid planning activities that depend on powered equipment during the outage window. Check with your hotel or local hosts for the specific hours and streets affected in your area.