Twin Earthquakes Rattle Italy, Send Residents Fleeing

Two moderate earthquakes struck northern Italy on Wednesday, briefly disrupting train service and sending residents into the streets. The tremors hit the province of Ravenna, near the Adriatic coast. The first, a magnitude 4.3 quake, was followed minutes later by a second measuring 4.1. The same area experienced a stronger, 4.8 magnitude quake last week. Local authorities reported no significant damage to buildings or infrastructure. However, the shaking was widely felt, prompting many people to evacuate their homes as a precaution. As a safety measure, regional train services were temporarily suspended for checks on the tracks. Service resumed shortly after inspectors confirmed no damage. Italy is seismically active, with earthquakes common in many regions. Officials continue to monitor the situation.