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Historical seismic catalogue

The catalogue contains historical earthquakes, which are known from documentary and other information.

Publication date:

19/01/2024

Description

Information on historical earthquakes in Trentino is scarce. However, the only seismic event of which we have fairly reliable information affected southern Trentino around 1000 years ago. It is the so-called 'Media Val d'Adige' earthquake, which occurred on 9 November 1046 with a maximum intensity of grade IX. The chronicles report disastrous consequences, including landslides, with the temporary obstruction of the Adige River, and the partial destruction of more than 30 castles in the Adige Valley. Thus, one of the most significant seismic events in the entire Alpine chain, together with the better known and studied earthquake of 3 January 1117 in the Veronese region.
The historic seismic catalogue can be consulted through an open-access database, which includes all known earthquakes in Trentino and neighbouring areas.

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