A violent storm struckthe island of Ischia overnight, causing damage to the Church of San Gaetano in Forio and disrupting traffic in several municipalities. A lightning strike hit the dome of the church, causing parts of the plaster to break off and debris to fall inside the building. The news was reported by Ansa.
The consequences of the damage prompted the parish priest, Father Beato Scotti, to order the closure of the church pending the necessary inspections to assess the condition of the dome and determine the repairs and safety measures required. Large chunks of plaster and other material broke away from the interior surface of the dome, falling onto the floor even near the altar. The Church of San Gaetano dates back to the 17th century and was built at the initiative of the sailors and fishermen of Forio. Located in the historic center, it is one of the island town’s most distinctive religious buildings and is notable for its large yellow dome overlooking the harbor. The church hosts the traditional Christmas Novena, an event held in high regard by the local community.
For the time being, the Church of San Gaetano remains closed pending technical inspections of the dome damaged by lightning. Furthermore, as reported by ANSA, in light of changing weather conditions, the Campania Region’s Civil Protection Agency has extended the alert already in effect, expanding it to the entire region and raising the risk level in certain areas. From 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9, an orange alert has been issued for Zone 1, which includes the Campanian Plain, Naples, the Gulf Islands (Ischia, Procida, and Capri), and the Vesuvius area. In the remaining areas of the region, the alert has been extended to the yellow level.
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