A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck near Naples, Italy, on March 13, 2025, at 1:25 AM (00:25 GMT). The epicenter was located in the volcanic caldera of the Campi Flegrei, between Bagnoli and Pozzuoli, at a depth of 2 kilometers. Residents evacuated homes as a precaution. In Pozzuoli, a roof collapsed, resulting in one minor injury. Falling debris damaged parked vehicles in Bagnoli. Some residents were trapped in a building due to jammed doors but were rescued by firefighters. Schools in the affected area are closed for structural evaluations. Regional rail traffic faces disruptions, with suspensions and delays on several lines for technical checks.
The Campi Flegrei region is known for frequent seismic activity due to bradyseism, a phenomenon involving ground uplift from underground gas and magma accumulation. A similar magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred on May 20, 2024.