Crete Power Outages Tuesday: Heraklion Hit by Grid Maintenance Works

Tuesday, 26 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Planned power outages are scheduled for Tuesday, May 26 in several areas of Crete, carried out by DEDDIE, the Greek electricity distribution network operator. The affected areas include parts of Heraklion. These interruptions are due to maintenance and infrastructure works on the electricity grid. Tourists staying in or visiting the affected areas may experience temporary loss of power, which could affect air conditioning, elevators, and electronic payments at local businesses. If you are planning activities in Heraklion or surrounding areas today, it is advisable to carry cash, keep devices charged in advance, and check with your accommodation for any service disruptions. Outages of this type are typically scheduled during daytime hours and resolved within a few hours.