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Magnitude 3.6 Earthquake Strikes Crete, No Damage Reported

Thursday, 2 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck Crete, with its epicenter located near Heraklion, the island's capital city. The tremor was recorded recently and caused no damage to buildings or infrastructure, and no injuries were reported. Earthquakes of this size are common in the eastern Mediterranean region, which sits on active fault lines. For tourists visiting Crete, there is no cause for concern, as the island's buildings and infrastructure were unaffected. Visitors can continue their planned activities and travel around the island as normal. Heraklion remains fully accessible, including its port, airport, and major attractions such as the Palace of Knossos. Residents and local authorities confirmed the situation is stable with no follow-up risks identified.

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