Events on November 23 in history

1980 Irpinia earthquake (November 23, 1980)

The 6.9 Mw Irpinia earthquake shakes southern Italy with a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme), killing 2,483-4,900, and injuring 7,700-8,934.

The 1980 Irpinia earthquake (Italian: Terremoto dell'Irpinia) took place in Italy on November 23 with a moment magnitude of 6.9 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme). It left at least 2,483 people dead, at least 7,700 injured, and 250,000 homeless.

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Events on November 23 in history

1980 Irpinia earthquake (November 23, 1980)

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