Friuli Earthquake Strikes Northern Italy, 900+ Dead, May 6, 1976
The 6.5 Mw Friuli earthquake affects Northern Italy with a maximum Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme), leaving 900–978 dead and 1,700–2,400 injured.
Date: May 6, 1976
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