Overview of the Campi Flegrei Earthquake
Reports from local media indicate that a series of earthquakes struck the volcanic region of Campi Flegrei near Naples, Italy, causing significant damage and prompting evacuations.
Seismic Activity and Impact
- 150 tremors, including a 4.4-magnitude quake, hit the region
- Buildings experienced cracks and structural collapse
- Residents evacuated homes and sought shelter in cars and streets
Response and Evacuations
Italian authorities took swift action following the earthquakes:
- Schools and prisons were inspected for damage
- Tents and temporary bunks were set up for displaced residents
- 140 inmates were relocated from a women’s prison
Local Reactions and Concerns
Residents and officials expressed fear and concern over the seismic activity:
- Residents described feeling scared and hesitant to return home
- The mayor of Naples reassured residents that the situation is under control
Continued monitoring of the caldera by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology is ongoing to assess the risk of further seismic events.
