1980 Irpinia Earthquake
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Casualties | 2,483–4,900 dead; 7,700–8,934 injured; 250,000 displaced |
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Areas affected | Italy |
Magnitude | 6. 9 Mw |
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ID | 1398486 |
About 1980 Irpinia Earthquake
The 1980 Irpinia earthquake took place in Southern Italy on November 23 with a moment magnitude of 6. 9 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of X. The shock was centered on the village of Conza and left at least 2,483 people dead, at least 7,700 injured, and 250,000 homeless.