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Minor 3.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes South of Goudoura, Crete

Tuesday, 7 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A magnitude 3.7 earthquake struck south of Goudoura, a coastal village on the eastern tip of Crete, according to seismic monitoring reports. Goudoura is located in the Lasithi regional unit, near the southeastern coastline of the island. Earthquakes of this size are common in Crete, which sits in one of the most seismically active zones in Europe. A 3.7 magnitude event is generally considered minor and is unlikely to cause structural damage or injury. Tourists in the area may feel a brief tremor but there is no cause for alarm. No tsunami warning was issued. Visitors staying in hotels or rental properties in eastern Crete can continue their plans as normal. If you do feel shaking, follow standard safety guidance: move away from windows, stay calm, and wait for the tremor to pass.

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