L’Aquila 2009 Flashcards
1
Q
Where is L’Aquila?
A
central Italy
2
Q
What was the magnitude of the L’Aquila earthquake?
A
6.3
3
Q
Why did the L’Aquila earthquake happen?
A
destructive plate margin, African and Eurasian
4
Q
What were the primary effects of the L’Aquila earthquake?
A
- 308 dead
- 1500 injured
- buildings collapsed
5
Q
What were the secondary effects of the L’Aquila earthquake?
A
- 65000 homeless
- aftershocks caused landslides
6
Q
What were the immediate responses to the L’aquila earthquake?
A
- search and rescue and aid from the Italian red cross
- declared a state of emergency speeding EU aid
7
Q
What were the long-term responses of the L’Aquila earthquake?
A
- grants from the EU
- no 2010 taxes
- exempt university fees for three years
8
Q
What role did wealth play in L’Aquila?
A
- well trained emergency personnel
- well built buildings
- rich country
9
Q
What is L’Aquila?
A
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