Summary: A 6.0-magnitude earthquake occurred in the Tyrrhenian Sea near Sant'Angelo, Italy. The reported magnitude and shake-severity data are preliminary and subject to revision by scientists as more information is collected.
Main Topics Covered: The earthquake's location, magnitude, and timing; the preliminary nature of the seismic data and potential for updates.
Map: 6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Near Naples
A strong, 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck in the Tyrrhenian Sea on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey.
The temblor happened at 12:03 a.m. Central European time about 10 miles southeast of Sant'Angelo, Italy, data from the agency shows.
As seismologists review available data, they may revise the earthquake’s reported magnitude. Additional information collected about the earthquake may also prompt U.S.G.S. scientists to update the shake-severity map.
Source: United States Geological Survey | Notes: Shaking categories are based on the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale. When aftershock data is available, the corresponding maps and charts include earthquakes within 100 miles and seven days of the initial quake. All times above are Central European time. Shake data is as of Monday, March 9 at 7:21 p.m. Eastern. Aftershocks data is as of Tuesday, March 10 at 1:18 a.m. Eastern.