Overturned vehicle halts BOAK highway, delays expected in Crete

Wednesday, 20 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A serious road accident occurred on Wednesday around 2:00 PM on the BOAK highway near Kakό Oros (Bad Mountain), east of Heraklion. A vehicle overturned in the middle of the road, prompting emergency response at the scene. The BOAK is the main east-west highway connecting Heraklion to eastern Crete, including popular destinations such as Agios Nikolaos, Elounda, and Sitia. Travelers planning to use this route should expect potential delays and exercise caution in the area. Emergency services were dispatched following the incident. If you are driving on the BOAK, reduce speed, maintain safe following distances, and follow instructions from traffic authorities. Check local traffic updates before departure, particularly if heading east from Heraklion. No further details on injuries or road closure duration were immediately available.