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Strongest Earthquake in 40 Years Shakes Southern Italy

7/1/2025

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A powerful magnitude 4.6 earthquake rocked the Campi Flegrei region of southern Italy on June 30, 2025, marking the strongest tremor in four decades. The quake sent residents fleeing from their homes and caused significant train delays, disrupting the daily lives of over 500,000 people amid growing fears over heightened seismic activity in the area.

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A powerful magnitude 4.6 earthquake rocked the Campi Flegrei region of southern Italy on June 30, 2025, marking the strongest tremor in four decades. The quake sent residents fleeing from their homes and caused significant train delays, disrupting the daily lives of over 500,000 people amid growing fears over heightened seismic activity in the area.