Crete Hit by Planned Power Outages Across Multiple Areas

Sunday, 17 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Planned power outages are scheduled across several areas of Crete today, Sunday, May 17, as announced by DEDDIE, the Greek electricity distribution network operator. The outages affect specific neighborhoods and localities, with each area experiencing interruptions during designated time windows throughout the day. Tourists staying in affected zones may experience disruptions to air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and other electric-powered amenities. Hotels and accommodations typically have backup generators, but smaller rentals and apartments may not. If you are in an affected area, charge devices in advance, carry cash as card payment terminals may be offline, and plan any essential tasks requiring electricity for outside the outage window. Check with your accommodation host for the exact schedule applying to your location.