Naples, schools closed in Fuorigrotta and Bagnoli for post-earthquake checks

Following the earthquake of magnitude 4.4 registered at 01:25 on 13 March 2025, Mayor of Naples, Gaetano Manfredi, he arranged the Closure of all public and private schools of X Municipality, including the neighborhoods of Outside Grotta and BagnoliThe decision was taken to allow the technical checks necessary to ensure the safety of school buildings.

Reasons for closure

The shock was felt in various areas of Naples, making it necessary to intervene immediately Municipal Operations Center (COC) to manage any critical issues. According to the provisions of the Civil protection, seismic events of this magnitude require in-depth checks to assess any damage to the school facilities and ensure the safety of students and staff.

Operational details and timing

• Closing date: Thursday March 13, 2025
• Areas concerned: Neighborhoods Outside Grotta and Bagnoli (X Municipality)
• Structures involved: Schools public and private of all types and levels, included nursery schools
• Motivation: Verification of the structural conditions of school buildings
• Planned interventions: Access to municipal technicians and maintenance companies for checks and removal of any hazards

Publication and official provisions

The ordinance was digitally signed by the Mayor of Naples, Gaetano Manfredi, and was published at theNotice Board of the Municipality of Naples. The provision was also transmitted to the Prefecture – Territorial Office of the Government of Naples.