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Phlegräische Felder: 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Near Naples Supervolcano

August 1, 2026Юрий Верхотуров1 мин

People rushed into the streets, elevators became stuck, and the power went out: A magnitude 4.7 earthquake shook the region around Naples – the strongest tremor in the area for a long time.

Original German Text:

Menschen rennen auf die Straßen, Aufzüge bleiben stecken und der Strom fällt aus: Ein Erdbeben der Stärke 4,7 erschüttert die Region um Neapel – der stärkste Erdstoß in dem Gebiet seit langer Zeit.

English Translation and Paraphrase:

A significant earthquake, measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale, has jolted the Phlegraean Fields region near Naples. This seismic event, the most powerful in the area for an extended period, triggered widespread panic, with residents fleeing to the streets. The tremor also caused practical disruptions, including stuck elevators and power outages.