Earthquake Swarm at Italy’s Campi Flegrei Supervolcano Raises Eruption Concerns

In recent months, the Campi Flegrei, also known as the Phlegraean Fields, located near Naples in southern Italy, has experienced a notable increase in seismic activity. In May, the region was struck by a magnitude 4.4 earthquake, the strongest recorded in the area in the past 40 years. According to the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) of Italy, magma is currently situated a few miles beneath the surface of the supervolcano. The INGV has indicated that if the pressure within the magma chamber increases further, there is a possibility of an eruption, which could occur with limited advance warning. As a result, authorities have implemented precautionary measures, including placing emergency services on alert and reviewing evacuation plans for nearby communities. Residents have been advised to stay informed through official channels. The Campi Flegrei caldera is one of the largest active volcanic systems in Europe and has a history of significant eruptions, the most recent of which occurred in 1538. Scientists continue to monitor the area closely to assess any changes in geological conditions.