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Magnitude 3.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Karpathos Island

Sunday, 5 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A light magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck approximately 20 km south of Karpathos island on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 11:10 am local time (GMT+3). Karpathos is located in the Dodecanese archipelago, southeast of Crete, roughly 200 km from the eastern tip of the island. At this magnitude and distance, the tremor is unlikely to have been felt on Crete and poses no threat to visitors on the island. Minor earthquakes are common throughout the Aegean region due to active tectonic activity. No damage or injuries have been reported. Tourists currently in Crete can continue their plans without concern. Those traveling by ferry between Crete and the Dodecanese islands should check with their operator for any schedule updates, though no disruptions are expected.

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