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Two earthquakes rattle southern Crete near Gavdos

Saturday, 20 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Two earthquakes struck near Gavdos, the small Greek island located south of Crete, causing tremors felt across southern Crete. Gavdos lies roughly 65 kilometers south of the Sfakia coastline and sits in a seismically active zone of the Eastern Mediterranean, making occasional earthquakes common in this region. Residents and visitors in southern Crete, particularly in the Chania and Heraklion prefectures, reported feeling the shaking. Greek authorities and the Geodynamic Institute of Athens monitor seismic activity in the area routinely. For tourists currently in Crete, no major damage or injuries have been reported at this time. If you experience an earthquake, move away from windows, take cover under sturdy furniture, and follow instructions from local authorities. Ferries to Gavdos operate from Paleochora and Sfakia and may be subject to temporary disruption, so check with local port authorities before traveling.

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