Over 100 migrants arrive on southern coast of Crete

Tuesday, 9 June 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

More than 100 migrants arrived on the southern coast of Crete in the early morning hours of Tuesday, landing at Kali Limenes, a small coastal area on the southern shore of the Heraklion regional unit. Greek coast guard and emergency services responded to the arrivals. Kali Limenes is a quiet area along the south coast road, occasionally used by tourists accessing remote beaches and the nearby Cape Lithino area. Visitors traveling by car along the southern coastal routes may encounter temporary road presence of emergency vehicles or coast guard operations in the area. No disruptions to major tourist destinations or ports have been reported. Travelers planning to visit the south coast beaches near Kali Limenes are advised to allow extra time and follow any instructions from local authorities if emergency operations are still ongoing.