A major fire broke out just after 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at a restaurant in Chania’s historic Venetian Harbor — a landmark waterfront area dating back to the 14th century, built during Venetian rule on Crete.
According to zarpanews.gr, strong firefighting units responded promptly to the scene to prevent the blaze from spreading. The fire was brought under control without any reported injuries or threats to human life.
Authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of the incident.