An earthquake of 4.7 magnitude struck southern Italy, causing damage in Naples. The quake left neighborhoods without power, prompting residents to flee to the streets in fear. The incident occurred just before 8 pm local time.
The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) reported the magnitude as 4.7, with power outages stretching from Pizzofalcone to Fuorigrotta and a significant landslide in Pozzuoli. The Italian fire service noted minor building damage in and around Naples but had not received immediate requests for assistance.
As a precaution, local officials suspended rail and metro services. Social media footage captured moments after the quake showed the aftermath of a massive landslide triggered by the earthquake. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre’s map displayed the quake’s impact on structures in and around Naples.
The earthquake, with an epicenter in the Campi Flegrei area west of Naples at a depth of about 3 km, was recorded at 7:46 pm, according to Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. A video revealed a substantial landslide in Pozzuoli, resulting in large boulders blocking streets and debris scattered widely.
Reports from the r/Earthquakes subreddit illustrated scenes of destruction following the quake. Power outages were widespread, reaching from Pizzofalcone to Fuorigrotta, prompting many frightened individuals to take to the streets. Despite the significant landslide in Pozzuoli, there were no reported injuries.
