A 3.9-magnitude earthquake struck Naples, Italy, on Sunday, originating from the Campi Flegrei caldera. There were no reports of injuries or major damage. Civil Protection Minister Nello Musumeci has appointed a commissioner to address risk-prevention efforts due to ongoing ground uplift and previously recorded seismic activity in the area.
On Sunday, Naples, Italy, experienced a 3.9-magnitude earthquake originating from the Campi Flegrei volcanic caldera, located 2 kilometers underground. This seismic activity alarmed residents in Naples and the surrounding regions. Fortunately, initial reports confirmed no injuries or significant damage, according to Italian media sources.
The Campi Flegrei region, also referred to as the Phlegrean Fields, has recently been facing issues related to bradyseism, characterized by ground uplift, alongside a series of minor earthquakes over the past year. The Italian government is proactive in monitoring this potentially hazardous area.
To address the geological risks, Civil Protection Minister Nello Musumeci has appointed a special commissioner specifically for the Campi Flegrei area. Musumeci has voiced concerns regarding the urban development that has occurred in the vicinity, indicating that it may contribute to the risks involved in living near a volcanic region.
The recent earthquake in Naples serves as a reminder of the geological instability in the Campi Flegrei area, which is currently affected by bradyseism. Despite the minor magnitude of the quake and lack of reported injuries or damage, authorities are taking precautions by assigning a special commissioner to manage risk-prevention initiatives. Ongoing urban development in the area raises valid concerns regarding safety.
Original Source: news.az
