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Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Triggers Evacuations and State of Emergency at Campi Flegrei

The May 13 quake near Pozzuoli caused widespread tremors, precautionary evacuations, and service disruptions, while experts confirm no immediate eruption risk.

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Overview

  • A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Campi Flegrei on May 13, 2025, with an epicenter offshore near Pozzuoli at a depth of 3 km.
  • The quake was widely felt in Naples and surrounding areas, prompting evacuations of schools, universities, and train service suspensions for safety inspections.
  • No casualties or significant structural damage were reported, though minor damage assessments and technical inspections are ongoing.
  • The Italian government declared a national state of emergency to expedite response measures, with centers of coordination and temporary shelters established.
  • Experts from INGV and Osservatorio Vesuviano report no signs of magma migration or imminent eruption, though ground uplift and seismic activity continue to be closely monitored.