This morning, Saturday 23 November 2024, Vesuvius was affected by two earthquakes recorded by the seismographs of the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. The seismic events are part of the usual volcanic activity of the area.
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Seismic Recordings
The first event occurred at 8:35 with a magnitude of 2.2 and an epicenter at a depth of zero kilometers. Shortly after, at 10:17, another light shock of magnitude 1.0 was reported, resulting almost imperceptible.
Noticeability and Context
The main shock was most likely felt by residents near the volcano. The last activity detected dates back to November 9, when a seismic event of magnitude 2.8 hit the south-west side, affecting the towns of Torre del Greco, Torre Annunziata and Portici. Experts confirm that these seismic events are part of the constantly monitored volcanic activity of the region.
Article published on November 23, 2024 - 12:48