The strong earthquake felt in Naples measured 3.9 magnitude. According to the INGV website, it was located in the Campi Flegrei area at a depth of 2 kilometers. No damage has been reported so far.
A total of 14 tremors have been recorded since last night. A loud bang followed by a very strong tremor. Many terrified people took to the streets of Pozzuoli. Many shared their shock on social media, some remarking that they had never felt such a strong tremor before.
The 15pm event.
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Pozzuoli Mayor Gigi Malzoni posted on social media: "At 15:30 PM, a strong earthquake measuring 3.9 struck. We are on the streets with volunteers and municipal police to assess any damage. We are in contact with the Vesuvius Observatory.
I have activated the Municipal Operations Center in Monterusciello at the Civil Protection Department. Many of you are out on the streets. For any reports, please stop the volunteers or contact the Civil Protection Department at 08118894400 or the Municipal Police Operations Center at 0818551891.
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The earthquake in Naples was a very strange event because I have never felt a shock of such a high magnitude. People were scared and took to the streets. Let's hope there is no serious damage.