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Fire at Heraklion warehouse contained; structural damage to nearby buildings

Thursday, 25 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A fire broke out at a warehouse storing stationery and hotel equipment in Heraklion, Crete's largest city. Firefighters responded quickly, but faced difficulties due to inadequate water pressure in the area, which slowed efforts to contain the flames. The president of the local business association OEVENI confirmed structural damage to nearby buildings. The fire appears to have been contained to the commercial warehouse district and does not directly affect tourist areas or major attractions. Visitors staying in or passing through Heraklion should expect possible minor traffic disruptions near the affected area while cleanup and damage assessment continue. There is no reported risk to public safety at this time. Tourists with accommodation or restaurant bookings in the city center should confirm with their hosts whether any services have been affected by the incident.

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