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Spring Sunshine Sweeps Crete; Ideal Conditions for Outdoor Activities

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Séisme très faible mag. 2.7 (unconfirmed) - Mer Égée, 34 km au nord-ouest de Héraklion, Heraklion, Crète, Grèce, lundi, 27 avril 2026, à 03:13 (GMT +3) - Volcano Discovery

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4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Crete, No Damage Reported

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Seismic Tremor Hits Crete; No Damage or Injuries Reported

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Magnitude 3.7 Earthquake Strikes Eastern Crete, No Damage

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Magnitude 3.5 Earthquake Strikes Eastern Crete, No Damage Reported

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Balcony Collapse in Heraklion Prompts Tourist Safety Alert

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Magnitude 4.1 Earthquake Shakes Lasithi Region in Eastern Crete

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