A light magnitude 3.5 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea, approximately 24 km north of Irakleion, Heraklion Regional Unit, Crete, Greece, on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 02:01 am local time.
The earthquake was reported by Volcano Discovery, but no damage or injuries have been reported so far. Crete residents are advised to remain calm and follow standard earthquake safety procedures.
The cause of the earthquake is not yet known, but the region is prone to seismic activity due to its location near the intersection of several tectonic plates. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.