The Earthquake that shook Northern Italy Case Study: Emilia Romagna 2012 IGCSE Geography (0460)

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The Earthquake that shook Northern Italy Case Study: Emilia Romagna 2012 IGCSE Geography (0460)

Causes of the Emilia Romagna Earthquake 20th of May 2012 Epicenter – Mirandola Focus depth between 6.5km. Magnitude 5.9 at Epicenter Padan-Adriatic Thrust Fault activated from North East to South West. Largest earthquake in the area since the 14th Century.

Effects of an Earthquake

Effects Liquefaction (reduction of soil strength Ground fractures Building damage (Many renaissance architecture damaged) Building collapse Economic Impact due to damage and collapse leading to reduced output Homelessness 15 deaths reported People missing