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Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Strikes Chania; No Injuries Reported

Wednesday, 1 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck the sea area southwest of Chania on Wednesday afternoon, July 1. The tremor had a focal depth of 17.5 kilometers, which typically reduces surface impact. At this magnitude, the quake may have been felt as mild shaking in Chania and surrounding areas, but earthquakes of this size rarely cause structural damage or pose significant risk to people. Crete sits in a seismically active region, and minor to moderate tremors are relatively common. No damage or injuries have been reported at this stage. Tourists in the Chania area should remain calm. If staying in older or traditional buildings and you feel shaking, follow standard advice: stay away from windows, move to a doorframe or open space, and wait for the shaking to stop before evacuating.

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