A significant fire broke out early Tuesday morning at the historic Sannazaro Theater located in the central, elegant district of Chiaia in Naples. Starting shortly after 6:30 AM, the flames quickly engulfed much of the building, particularly affecting the theater's historic dome and also spreading to an adjacent residential structure. Eyewitnesses reported seeing columns of smoke and high flames, which created an atmosphere of panic among local residents as the air became filled with thick smoke. The alarm was raised at dawn when residents in the vicinity noticed the smoke pouring from the top of the theater. Social media accounts flooded with descriptions of the chaotic scene, as firefighters responded promptly with multiple teams to extinguish the blaze and secure the area. Meanwhile, law enforcement surrounded the region and began investigations to determine the cause of the fire, which is currently suspected to be related to a short circuit. This incident not only raises concerns regarding the potential loss of a historic cultural site but also illustrates the ongoing issues of fire safety in older urban structures. As emergency services continue their work, the community is left anxiously awaiting updates regarding both the extent of the damage and the safety of those affected, as some injuries have already been reported, and the full impact on the neighborhood remains to be seen.