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Katsambas Traffic Lights Out 13 Days, No Repair Date Set

Wednesday, 22 April 2026/CretaOne/1 
Traffic lights at the Agios Dimitrios intersection in Katsambas, a busy district on the eastern edge of Heraklion, have been out of service for 13 consecutive days. The outage has created dangerous conditions for both drivers and pedestrians around the clock, with no signal control at what is reportedly a high-traffic crossing. Local authorities have not yet restored the lights, and no official repair timeline has been announced. Visitors driving through or near Katsambas, particularly those heading toward Heraklion city center or the port area, should approach the Agios Dimitrios intersection with caution, treat it as an uncontrolled crossing, and expect traffic delays at peak hours. Pedestrians are advised to cross carefully and not assume vehicles will yield.