Tyrrhenian Sea
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| Area | 275000 |
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| Max. depth | 3,785 m (12,418 ft) |
| Locations | Mediterranean Sea |
| Coordinates | 40°N 12°E / 40°N 12°E Coordinates: 40°N 12°E / 40°N 12°E |
| Islands | Lipari |
| Stromboli | |
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| Panarea | |
| Salina, Sicily | |
| Filicudi | |
| Ustica | |
| Alicudi | |
| Isola del Giglio | |
| Basiluzzo | |
| Did you know | In Greek mythology, the cliffs above the Tyrrhenian Sea were said to house the four winds kept by Aeolus. |
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| ID | 1003354 |
About Tyrrhenian Sea
The Tyrrhenian Sea is part of the Mediterranean Sea off the western coast of Italy. It is named for the Tyrrhenian people, identified since the 6th century BCE with the Etruscans of Italy.
Italy landslide: Rescuers search for missing people on Ischia island
... Like nearby Capri, Ischia, in the Tyrrhenian Sea, is a popular holiday destination for tourists and Italians alike...
Italy landslide: Eight dead and 13 missing in Ischia
... " Like nearby Capri, Ischia, in the Tyrrhenian Sea, is a popular holiday destination for tourists and Italians alike...
Italy landslide: Eight dead and 13 missing in Ischia
By Laura GozziBBC News
Eight people have died and at least 13 are missing after a mudslide triggered by heavy rains Swept Away homes on The Island of Ischia, near Naples.
The Torrent of mud and debris dislodged trees, engulfed buildings and dragged cars into The Sea as it reached the coast early on Saturday.
A 25-year-old woman and A Family including a newborn baby are reportedly among The Missing .
Bad weather is said to be hampering efforts to reach The Island .
The Mayor of Lacco Ameno , one of The Island 's towns, said dozens of families were still cut off and that A Number of buildings had collapsed. Several people are also reportedly stuck inside a hotel on The Island .
Heavy rains have been battering Campania, the region surrounding Naples and Ischia, and a weather warning for rainfall and strong winds is in place until Sunday.
Local authorities are urging residents to stay home to avoid hindering emergency services.
Italy's infrastructure minister Matteo Salvini confirmed eight people had died, adding: " From north to south, This Country needs to be protected because it is The Most beautiful country in The World . "
Like nearby Capri, Ischia, in the Tyrrhenian Sea , is a popular Holiday Destination for tourists and Italians Alike .
Source of news: bbc.com
