An ML 3.0 earthquake occurred today, December 8, 2024, at 1:15 PM (local time) near Rionero Sannitico, a town in the province of Isernia. The event was detected by the INGV Seismic Room in Rome, which located the epicenter 2 km northeast of the town. The earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 km, with geographical coordinates 41.7300°N and 14.1600°E.
Affected areas
The epicenter was near several small towns in the Molise and Abruzzo regions, including:
- Rionero Sannitico (3 km, 1,118 residents)
- Forlì del Sannio (4 km, 675 residents)
- Castel di Sangro (8 km, 6,538 residents)
Larger cities nearby include:
- 69 km south of Chieti (51,815 residents)
- 74 km north of Caserta (76,326 residents).
Impact and reports
No damages to people or buildings have been reported so far, but the event caused concern among residents. Locals described the tremor as short yet noticeable, especially in towns closest to the epicenter.
The region’s seismic vulnerability
Molise is particularly prone to low-to-moderate seismic events. Continuous monitoring by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) plays a crucial role in ensuring safety and timely communication to the public.
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