Minor 3.1 Earthquake Strikes Eastern Mediterranean Off Greece

Thursday, 21 May 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A light magnitude 3.1 earthquake was recorded in the Eastern Mediterranean on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 1:21 am local time (GMT +3). The epicenter was located 54 km southeast of Karpathos, a Greek island situated well to the southeast of Crete. At this magnitude and distance, the tremor was unlikely to have been felt in Crete or caused any damage on the island. The Eastern Mediterranean is a seismically active region, and minor earthquakes of this scale occur regularly without posing any risk to residents or visitors. No tsunami warning was issued. Tourists currently in Crete or planning to visit can proceed with their plans normally. If you ever feel a stronger tremor during your stay, move away from windows, follow guidance from hotel staff, and check local civil protection channels for updates.