March 26, 2026, 10:35 a.mMarch 26, 2026, 11:58 am
In Tuscany, several regions were shaken by an earthquake, including the capital Florence. The Italian Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) reported the quake’s magnitude as 4.1.
In several communities, people ran into the streets for safety. However, according to initial findings, there was no major damage and no injuries.
The strongest tremors were recorded around 9:40 a.m. in the region of the 90,000-inhabitant city of Pistoia. Mayor Anna Maria Celesti reported that the employees in the town hall also went outside. After a while everyone returned unscathed. Classes at several schools were briefly interrupted, but then continued.
The tremors were also felt in Florence, 35 kilometers away. Schools there also remained open. Tuscany is one of the most popular holiday regions in Italy. Shortly before Easter there are also numerous visitors from abroad. (sda/dpa)