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4.4-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Naples Region, Extending Seismic Swarm

The quake, centered in the Phlegraean Fields supervolcano, caused public panic, disrupted services, and intensified concerns over ongoing volcanic activity.

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Overview

  • A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Naples at 12:07 UTC on May 13, with its epicenter in the Phlegraean Fields supervolcano.
  • The tremor prompted panic among residents, particularly in Pozzuoli, where people fled to the streets.
  • As a precaution, train services were suspended, and schools in the area interrupted classes, though no major damage has been reported so far.
  • Local authorities, led by Mayor Gigi Manzoni, urged calm and deployed police patrols to maintain order in affected areas.
  • The event is part of a prolonged seismic swarm linked to the Phlegraean Fields, which has been under yellow alert for eleven years due to persistent volcanic activity.