Crete Faces Planned Power Outages on Sunday, May 17

Saturday, 16 May 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The Greek electricity distribution network operator (DEDDIE) has scheduled planned power outages across several areas of Crete on Sunday, May 17. These interruptions are typically carried out for maintenance and infrastructure work on the electrical grid. Affected areas may experience temporary loss of power for several hours during the day. Tourists staying in impacted zones should be aware that hotels, restaurants, and shops could face disruptions, and air conditioning, charging facilities, and electronic payments may be unavailable during outages. If you are renting a villa or apartment, check with your host about backup power arrangements. It is advisable to charge devices in advance, carry cash, and plan outdoor activities for the morning. Specific affected villages and outage times are published on the DEDDIE website.