A light magnitude 3.1 earthquake struck 9 km east-northeast of Karpathos, Greece, on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 4:24 am local time (GMT+3). Karpathos is a Greek island located southeast of Crete, roughly 200 km from the eastern tip of the island. At this magnitude, the tremor was minor and unlikely to have caused any damage or disruption. Seismic activity of this level is common in the eastern Mediterranean region. Tourists currently in Crete or planning to visit should not be concerned, as no impact on the island was reported. No travel disruptions, beach closures, or safety advisories have been issued in connection with this event.
