Campi Flegrei Caldera Experiences 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake

Mild Damage Reported in Pozzuoli

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A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei supervolcano in Italy on Monday evening, causing mild damage in the town of Pozzuoli.

The earthquake, which occurred at 8:10 p.m. local time, was the strongest in a series of seismic events that have been affecting the Campi Flegrei caldera since Monday morning. The main shock of the earlier swarm had a magnitude of 2.3 and occurred at 8:50 a.m. local time.

According to reports, the strongest earthquake caused minor cracking in some buildings in Pozzuoli, and a few windows were shattered. No injuries have been reported.

The Campi Flegrei caldera is a large volcanic depression located west of Naples, Italy. The caldera has been the site of numerous eruptions in the past, and scientists have been monitoring it closely in recent years due to signs of increased volcanic activity.

The latest seismic activity is a reminder of the potential hazards posed by the Campi Flegrei caldera. Scientists will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as they become available.