Naples – "It's premature now" to consider modifying the alert system for bradyseism in the Phlegraean Fields. This was Fabio Ciciliano's response to a specific question, asked on the sidelines of a Naples City Council meeting on the issue.
“We are certainly not in orange, we are in yellow, as has been the case for several years,” Ciciliano clarified.
“The biochemical parameters recorded in the caldera area have shown an increase in carbon dioxide, but this is absolutely normal in a volcanic area: these are typical phenomena not only of Campi Flegrei, but secondary volcanic phenomena are present in all the risk areas", added the head of the Civil Protection Fabio Ciciliano.
"It's a discussion - adds Ciciliano - that is not new insofar as they are gases that are normally released in volcanic areas. They are secondary volcanic effects and must be carefully monitored". "Carbon dioxide - he clarifies - is not carbon monoxide, it is not a toxic gas, but it is denser than air and stratifies downwards.
These are phenomena that have existed for thousands of years and will remain for thousands of years. However, it is important to know that in depressed areas, basements, garages or under the stairs, CO2 could accumulate and, therefore, it is good practice to evaluate, with devices that cost a few euros, the presence or absence of carbon dioxide and its concentration. Those who live on the third floor or in ventilated areas can live peacefully”.
In short
Naples - "It's premature now" to suggest modifying the alert system for bradyseism in the Phlegraean Fields.
- This is how Fabio Ciciliano, head of the Civil Protection Department, responded to a specific question on the sidelines of a meeting…
- "We're definitely not in orange, we're in yellow, as has been the case for several years," Ciciliano clarified.
- "The biochemical parameters recorded in the caldera area have shown an increase in carbon dioxide, but this in a…
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Naples - "It's premature now" to suggest modifying the alert system for bradyseism in the Phlegraean Fields.
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This is how Fabio Ciciliano, head of the Civil Protection Department, responded to a specific question on the sidelines of a meeting…
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"We're definitely not in orange, we're in yellow, as has been the case for several years," Ciciliano clarified.
It is important to know that carbon dioxide is a normal gas in volcanic areas, but people should be cautious. Safety should always be a priority and regular checks are essential to avoid health problems.