The Vajont Dam disaster, a catastrophic landslide and subsequent flood in northeastern Italy on October 9, 1963, resulted in the destruction of several villages and the loss of nearly 2,000 lives. A... Read more »
Catastrophic failures of dam structures within Italy have led to significant loss of life and environmental damage throughout history. These events often involve the sudden release of impounded water, causing widespread flooding... Read more »
Italy’s geographical location and geological characteristics make it susceptible to a range of hazardous events, including seismic activity, volcanic eruptions, landslides, floods, and droughts. For instance, the Apennine Mountains, running the length... Read more »
The phrase likely refers to the sinking of the Costa Concordia off the coast of Isola del Giglio, Tuscany, Italy, on January 13, 2012. This maritime accident resulted in 32 fatalities and... Read more »