Back to newsA light magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck the Eastern Mediterranean on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 6:54 am local time (GMT+3). The epicenter was located approximately 37 kilometers east of Ierapetra, a coastal town on the southern coast of Lasithi, eastern Crete.
At this magnitude, the tremor was minor and is unlikely to have caused any damage or injuries. Small earthquakes of this size are common in the Eastern Mediterranean region, which sits along active tectonic fault lines, and are routinely recorded without significant impact.
Tourists visiting Ierapetra, the Lasithi Plateau, or the eastern coast of Crete should not be concerned. No tsunami warning was issued. If you felt a slight tremor early this morning, this was the cause. Normal travel and activities throughout the region can continue as planned.
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Minor 3.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Mediterranean Near Crete
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