Campi Flegrei civil protection exercise in June

Naples. The prefect announces a civil protection exercise in June in the Campi Flegrei

It will be used to test the response to a possible volcanic eruption in the Campi Flegrei and will be held in June, the prefect of Naples announced, Michele of BariThe exercise will involve the municipalities of Naples, Pozzuoli and Bacoli, and will see a simulation of a population evacuation.

During a meeting with the mayors of the three municipalities and the regional heads of Civil Protection, the prefect underlined the importance of ensuring the practicability of escape routes, which “must be free from construction sites and other obstacles”. Particular attention will be paid to the weakest sections of the population, such as the disabled, in the event of evacuation.

Collaboration and preparation for the future

“Exercises are essential to test emergency plans and improve coordination between different authorities”, said the prefect of Bari. “We are confident that the Civil Protection system is adequate to face a possible crisis, but we must always be ready to improve.”

The mayor of Pozzuoli, Luigi Manzoni, reiterated the importance of informing the population about volcanic risks and the safety measures to be adopted. “The more informed people are, the better they can deal with the situation calmly”, said Manzoni.

Today's meeting was an opportunity to take stock of the activities undertaken after the seismic swarm that hit the Campi Flegrei in recent days. Authorities have confirmed that the situation is under control, but that it is necessary to remain vigilant and prepare for any eventuality.

Information and collaboration for the safety of citizens

Civil protection exercises and transparent communication with the population are key elements to ensure the safety of citizens in the event of natural disasters. The Campi Flegrei, with their history of volcanic activity, represent a high-risk area, and collaboration between local, regional and national institutions is essential to prevent and manage risks.