Armtimes — A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Phlegraean Fields near Naples, Italy, on July 31, marking the strongest seismic event in the region in the last four decades. The tremor, which occurred at 7:46 p.m. local time at a depth of approximately 3 km, left 21 people injured, two of whom are in serious condition. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported.
The earthquake caused significant damage to local infrastructure, particularly buildings and structures, forcing 22 families to vacate their uninhabitable homes. Damage to the pier at the port of Pozzuoli led to a temporary suspension of port operations. Additionally, the collapse of a high-voltage transmission tower left around 100,000 subscribers without electricity, though power has largely been restored.
Seismic activity continued after the main shock, with devices recording around 60 aftershocks throughout the night, the strongest reaching a magnitude of 3.8. Another 3.1-magnitude tremor was recorded at 5:47 a.m. on August 1. Subway and certain railway operations were also temporarily suspended to allow for a thorough assessment of the situation.
