Naples Faces Safety Concerns Amid Increased Seismic Activity

By Ivan PetrenkoMay 25, 2024 05:35 AMNews
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Pozzuoli residents evacuated due to seismic activity. Source: unsplash

Naples and its surrounding areas have recently experienced a surge in seismic activity, prompting travel concerns and potential evacuations.This week, the Campi Flegrei, a volcanic caldera near Naples, has seen heightened seismic activity. This area, close to Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii, has been particularly volatile.

Due to the tremors, residents in the seaside town of Pozzuoli, including inmates from a women's prison, were evacuated on Tuesday. Schools in the region are closed until Friday. In response, the government has allocated €500 million for evacuations and building reinforcements.

Campi Flegrei is Europe’s largest active volcanic crater, with the last major eruption occurring in 1538. Recent seismic activity is attributed to a buildup of magma or gases beneath the surface. The area is known for bradyseism, where the ground rises and falls due to subterranean pressure.

Although another eruption is deemed unlikely soon, approximately 500,000 residents in the red zone near Campi Flegrei live in constant anxiety. These tremors have also been felt in Naples, located 20 kilometers away, but have caused no casualties or significant damage so far.

For travelers planning to visit Naples and its iconic sites such as Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, it is important to stay informed about the current seismic activity. The UK’s Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for southern Italy, noting the presence of several active volcanoes, including Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, which have experienced recent tremors. They advise travelers to adhere to local authority instructions in case of an eruption.

Visitors should be particularly cautious if planning to travel to red or yellow zones. The red zone, where residents would be evacuated in the event of an eruption, includes the towns of Pozzuoli and Bacoli. Some suburbs of Naples also lie in the red zone, including Chiaia and Vomero. The rest of Naples lies in the yellow zone, areas at risk of significant volcanic ash falls during an eruption, while Vesuvius and Pompeii lie outside these zones.

To ensure safety, travelers should stay updated with the latest information on the Civil Protection Agency website. This is crucial for ensuring safety and being aware of any urgent updates or instructions.

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