Recently, the residents of Naples and the area of the Campi Flegrei they experienced moments of apprehension due to an earthquake swarm.
A total of five earthquake shocks has aroused concern, but what is behind this phenomenon? Should we really care?
The 5 tremors that hit Campi Flegrei
In the middle of the night, the ground under the feet of the Neapolitans started to move.
Five aftershocks in crescendo of intensity, culminating in an earthquake of 2.8 magnitude, have affected an area known for its seismic activity.
An unexpected event, but not completely out of the ordinary.
Data collected by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology
The observation of the event was meticulously carried out by theNational Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. The recording of the tremors it started from 2 o'clock, with the peak at 6.22.
A worrying sign, certainly, but not an isolated phenomenon, considering that they had already been recorded minor earthquakes in the days before August XNUMXth.
Fear among the population but no damage
The concern was felt, especially among the inhabitants of Pozzuoli and the surrounding municipalities. Many have taken to the streets, driven by fear.
Fortunately, the whole affair it had no harmful results , Civil protection confirmed that there was no cause for further alarm.
What is magnitude and how strong is a magnitude 2.8 earthquake?
But what are we talking about when we mention “magnitude”?
This is the measure of the energy released by an earthquake. In practical terms, a 2.8 magnitude earthquake it is usually not harmful for the structures, but it is noticeable.
It is a way in which the Earth communicates its dynamic nature to us, a natural phenomenon that we must not underestimate, but which must not lead to panic either.
