Earthquake in Pozzuoli: Fear between Campi Flegrei and Naples

Last updated on July 2, 2024 by Armando Proietti

In the afternoon between Phlegraean Fields e Napolifour earthquakes shook the area, with its epicenter in the sea in front of Baths.

The seismic activity recorded by theINGV

L’National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology It detected several tremors of limited magnitude:

Time of the aftershocks

• 15.10: Magnitude 2.9
• 15.11: Magnitude 2.7
• 15.13: Magnitude 2.8
• 15.14: Magnitude 2.5

The tremors, although of slight intensity, have generated fear e apprehension among the population, involving neighborhoods such as Outside the cave, Agnan, Vomero e Posillipowith many people taking to the streets as a precaution.

No damage to people or things

Fortunately, no damage to people or property was reported as a result of these earthquakes.

Seismic activity in the area of Phlegraean Fields

The epicenter of the tremors occurred in an area already known for its seismic and volcanic activity. Phlegraean Fields They are an active volcanic area that periodically records phenomena of bradyseism and seismicity.

L’INGV is closely monitoring the situation and is providing regular updates on developing events.

Insights

• 1.

Phlegraean Fields e Napoli: I Phlegraean Fields are a large area located northwest of Naples, characterized by significant volcanic and seismic activity. It is one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world due to its history of catastrophic eruptions in the past. Naples, the capital of the Campania region, is a city famous for its ancient history, vibrant culture and picturesque location along the Gulf of Naples.

2. Baths: Bagnoli is a district of Naples located along the western coast of the city, known for its important industrial history linked to the steel industry. The epicenter of the earthquake occurred in the sea in front of Bagnoli.
3. INGV (National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology): INGV is the Italian public body responsible for volcanic and seismic monitoring and research in the country. It studies seismic and volcanic events in order to protect the population and provide useful information to the authorities.
4. Outside Grotta, Agnano, Vomero, Posillipo: These are neighborhoods of Naples that have been affected by earthquakes. Fuorigrotta is known for the famous San Paolo stadium, while Vomero is a panoramic residential area. Posillipo is a very famous coastal area of ​​Naples.
5. Magnitude of the tremors: Magnitude is a measure of the size of an earthquake, indicating the energy released during the quake. The tremors recorded in the article had magnitudes between 2.5 and 2.9, considered mild.
6. Seismic activity in the Phlegraean Fields: The Campi Flegrei are known for the volcanic and seismic activity that characterizes the area. Periodically, bradyseism and seismicity phenomena occur, carefully monitored by the INGV and other bodies to prevent risks for the local population.