A seismic sequence is affecting the southern Tyrrhenian Sea off Sicily. ANSA reports a magnitude 5.5 earthquake at 12:19 on 23 October 2026 and says the subsequent tsunami alert was closed. The INGV catalogue consulted lists further events nearby, including Mw 5.0 at 15:55 Italian time.

INGV may revise individual measurements; preliminary estimates and updated values should be distinguished. This update does not confirm any toll of damage or casualties. Follow Civil Protection and local authorities for operational notices, and the INGV catalogue for seismic data.