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Balcony Collapses Onto Car in Crete; Safety Concerns Rise

Sunday, 10 May 2026/Google News/1 
A balcony collapsed onto a parked car in Crete in a recent incident. While no further details are provided in the available report, such structural failures are an occasional concern in older buildings across Greek towns and villages. Tourists staying in or walking near older residential buildings, particularly in historic town centers, should be aware of their surroundings. If you notice visibly deteriorating balconies or structural elements on buildings near your accommodation, alert the property owner or local authorities. No injuries were reported in connection with this incident based on available information.

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