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Traffic Gridlock on Crete's BOAK After Truck Breakdown Near Heraklion

Saturday, 4 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A truck breakdown on the BOAK (Northern Road Axis of Crete) near Heraklion has caused significant traffic congestion, with vehicles moving at very slow speeds along the affected stretch. The BOAK is the main east-west highway connecting Heraklion to other parts of Crete, making it a key route for tourists traveling between the island's major destinations, including Agios Nikolaos, Malia, and Rethymno. If you are planning to drive along the northern coastal highway near Heraklion today, expect delays and allow extra travel time. Consider checking local traffic conditions before departing, and if your schedule allows, postpone non-urgent journeys along this corridor until the road is cleared. Authorities have been notified and recovery operations are underway. Use alternative inland roads if available and time-sensitive travel is required.

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