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4.1 magnitude quake rattles Crete

4.1 magnitude quake rattles Crete

A 4.1 magnitude earthquake rattled the southern Greek island of Crete on Wednesday. There were no reports of damage or injuries.

The Athens Geodynamic Institute said the quake was centered 6 km northeast of Arkalochori, in Iraklio region. The depth was 8 km. It occurred at 11.19 a.m.

The small village was hit by a 5.8-magnitude tremor in September 2021, killing one person and destroying several old buildings. 

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