Source: European Parliament
Priority question for written answer P-001320/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Valentina Palmisano (The Left), Danilo Della Valle (The Left), Mario Furore (The Left), Dario Tamburrano (The Left), Pasquale Tridico (The Left)
Over the last few days, the Phlegraean Fields area in Campania has been hit by strong seismic activity related to bradyseism. Reaching a magnitude of up to 4.4, the tremors have caused damage and great public concern. One of the world’s most dangerous volcanic zones, this area poses a major threat, which calls for a structured response – rather than just emergency measures – from Europe.
Seismic and volcanic risk management in the EU still appears to be far too emergency-focused. Coordinated long-term policies are needed to boost communities’ resilience and secure the building stock. There is an urgent need for greater European support for prevention, planning and urban regeneration in these areas.
In light of the above, can the Commission answer the following:
- 1.Does it intend to allocate resources from the European Union Solidarity Fund or other instruments to seismic prevention measures and structural adjustments in the Phlegraean Fields and other high-risk areas?
- 2.Are there plans to adopt European guidelines on urban regeneration in seismic areas, which would recommend resilient buildings and a lower housing density?
- 3.Has the Italian Government asked to activate the EU civil protection mechanism? Does the Commission think it would be a good idea to encourage the use of this mechanism to support the authorities in emergency management and prevention?
Submitted: 31.3.2025