Crete Hit by Scheduled Power Outages Tuesday for Maintenance Work

Tuesday, 28 April 2026/: Google News/1

The Greek electricity distribution operator DEDDIE has announced scheduled power outages affecting several areas of Crete on Tuesday, April 28. These planned interruptions are typically carried out for maintenance or infrastructure work on the local grid. Tourists staying in or traveling through affected areas may experience temporary loss of electricity, which could impact air conditioning, phone charging, and some accommodation services. If you are in Crete today, check with your hotel or rental host about whether your area is affected and the expected duration of any outage. Most interruptions are short-term and resolved within a few hours. Carrying a portable charger and having cash on hand is advisable, as ATMs and card payment terminals may be temporarily out of service in affected zones.