Historical Events tagged with "tyrrhenian sea"
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Alitalia Flight 4128 Tragedy in Tyrrhenian Sea
Alitalia Flight 4128, a McDonnell Douglas DC-9, crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea while approaching Falcone Borsellino Airport in Palermo, Italy. The aircraft, on a domestic flight from Rome, encountered issues during its landing approach, resulting in the tragic loss of all 108 passengers and crew members on board. The accident occurred during the holiday season, drawing significant media attention and concern over air safety.
Continue ReadingBOAC Flight 781 Crash Over Tyrrhenian Sea
BOAC Flight 781, a de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1, exploded mid-air over the Tyrrhenian Sea, resulting in the deaths of all 35 individuals on board. The flight was en route from Rome to London when it encountered trouble shortly after takeoff. Eyewitness reports and subsequent investigations pointed towards a possible technical malfunction contributing to the disaster.
Continue ReadingTsunami Devastates Naples and Amalfi Coast
An immense tsunami struck the coastal regions of Naples and the Maritime Republic of Amalfi following a significant earthquake in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The tsunami led to widespread destruction, flooding coastal areas and damaging infrastructure. Thousands lost their lives and many more were displaced. The combination of the seismic activity and the subsequent wave caused substantial economic disruption in these maritime communities, altering their course for years to come.
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