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Strong Earthquake Shakes Naples, Epicenter in Gulf of Pozzuoli

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake struck Naples early Thursday morning, with its epicenter located in the Gulf of Pozzuoli and a depth of 3 kilometers.

by Editorial Staff|May 21, 2026|1 MIN READ|WORLD

Residents of Naples experienced a strong earthquake at dawn on Thursday, measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale.

The tremor was reported to have its epicenter in the Gulf of Pozzuoli and occurred at a depth of 3 kilometers.

This seismic event has raised concerns among locals, though further assessments of damage and impact are still pending.