Back to newsA minor earthquake of magnitude 2.4 occurred southeast of Crete on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 4:27 am local time (GMT+3). The tremor was recorded by Volcano Discovery's seismic monitoring network. At this magnitude, the earthquake was too weak to cause any damage and would not have been felt by most people, particularly those indoors or asleep at the time. Earthquakes of this size are common in the Aegean region due to active tectonic activity and pose no risk to visitors or infrastructure. No damage to hotels, roads, ports, or tourist sites has been reported. Travelers across Crete can continue their plans without concern.
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Minor 2.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southeast Crete
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