Bishops of Metropolia of Benevento issue statement on Airola fire

Bishops of the Metropolis of Benevento issued a statement on September 5, 2026, addressing the recent fire in Airola. The bishops joined Antonio Di Donna, president of the Campania Episcopal Conference, in describing the fire as a wound to their territory.

The bishops expressed concern over human-caused pollution and a lack of attention to the common good. They stated that public health must be prioritized over any other interests.