Historical Events tagged with "val di stava"
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Val di Stava Dam Collapse in Italy
A catastrophic failure of the Val di Stava dam occurred, leading to the tragic loss of 268 lives in the Val di Stava valley, Italy. The disaster was triggered by the unsound construction of the dam and its associated reservoirs, exacerbated by heavy rainfall that caused structural weaknesses to give way. The torrent of water swept through the valley, destroying everything in its path, including homes and infrastructure. Rescue and recovery efforts were launched immediately, but the damage was extensive, and the community was deeply affected by the loss of life and devastation.
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