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The 1980 Irpinia Earthquake
A Devastating Natural Disaster
On November 23, 1980, a powerful earthquake measuring a moment magnitude of 6.9 struck the Irpinia region of Italy. The quake occurred at approximately 19:34:52 local time and lasted for approximately 90 seconds.
Tragic Aftermath
The earthquake caused widespread destruction and claimed the lives of over 2,600 people. The epicenter of the earthquake was located near the town of Teora, and the most severely affected areas were the provinces of Avellino, Potenza, and Salerno.
The earthquake caused significant damage to infrastructure, rural communities, and historic buildings. The reconstruction efforts that followed were complex and long-lasting, with the region still recovering from the impact of the disaster decades later.
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