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Minoan Pediada

Cretans Beware of Priceless Treasures Getting Lost in the Quake Rubble

2021-10-29 by Phil Butler

Arkalochori parade

On Oxi Day Greek politicians cheered at parades in quake stricken Arkalochori, but no one was cheering in the small villages that surround.

Tags: Agia Marina, Arkalochori, Arkalochori earthquake, Galatas, Houmeri, Minoan Pediada, Peza, Thrapsano

Crete Earthquake Swarms Have Islanders On Edge

2021-10-21 by Phil Butler

Arkalochori Crete

Earthquake swarms on Crete have islanders fearful of a possible main event. This morning’s 4.5 magnitude event follows many in 48 hours.

Tags: Arkalochori earthquake, crete, Crete geology, Crete news, Evi Nomikou, geologists, Kastelli, Kastelli Airport, Minoan Pediada, Santorini, Thrapsano

Another 4.2 Magnitude Quake Rocks Heraklion Prefecture Villages

2021-07-06 by Phil Butler

Galatiani Kefala

An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter occurred on the outskirts of Heraklion on Crete Monday evening just before midnight.

Tags: aftershocks, Arkalochori, earthquake, Greece earthquakes, Heraklion earthquake, Heraklion prefecture, Institute of Geodynamics, Minoa Pediada, Minoan Pediada, National Observatory of Athens, Thrapsano

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Weather Alert: Severe Thunderstorms and Heavy Rains Coming to Greece

2023-09-24 By Victoria Udrea

According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Institute (EMY), bad weather will arrive on Monday and last for three days, affecting several areas throughout Greece, especially in western, central and northern regions.

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Greek Tourism Breaks Revenue Records in 2023

2023-09-22 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Greek tourism shatters records in 2023, offering you unrivaled experiences. The tourist season is extended until mid-November.

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