1805 Molise earthquake
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The 1805 Molise earthquake occurred on 26 July at 21:01 UTC. It has an estimated magnitude of 6.6 on the equivalent magnitude scale (Me) (calculated from seismic intensity data) and a maximum perceived intensity of X on the Mercalli intensity scale.[1] The area of greatest damage was between the towns of Isernia and Campobasso, while the area of intense damage extended over about 2,000 square kilometres.[2] There were an estimated 5,573 deaths resulting from this earthquake and two of the aftershocks.[2]
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Local date | 26 July 1805 (1805-07-26) |
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Magnitude | 6.6 Me |
Epicenter | 41.5°N 14.467°E / 41.5; 14.467 |
Areas affected | Molise, Campania, Kingdom of Naples |
Max. intensity | MMI X (Extreme) |
Casualties | 5,573 |
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