Catania earthquake of 1693

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Earthquake
gptkbp:aftermath long-term rebuilding efforts
gptkbp:apparent_magnitude 7.4
gptkbp:artwork depicted in various artworks
gptkbp:casualties approximately 60,000
gptkbp:commemoration commemorated in local history
gptkbp:community_feedback community solidarity during recovery efforts
gptkbp:community_health spread of disease due to conditions
gptkbp:conflict subduction zone earthquake
gptkbp:cultural_identity part of Sicilian cultural identity
gptkbp:cultural_impact influenced literature and art
gptkbp:cultural_reconstruction cultural reconstruction efforts initiated
gptkbp:date January 11, 1693
gptkbp:defeated widespread destruction of buildings
gptkbp:displacement mass displacement of population
gptkbp:economic_development influenced urban planning in Catania
shaped future urban development in Sicily
gptkbp:emergency_services No
highlighted need for disaster preparedness
gptkbp:famous_landmark gptkb:Catania_Cathedral
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Yes
gptkbp:geological_features tectonic activity
gptkbp:government_response emergency measures implemented
gptkbp:historical_context occurred during the Baroque period
gptkbp:historical_documentation extensively documented by historians
gptkbp:historical_impact significant impact on Sicilian society
gptkbp:historical_legacy remains a significant event in Sicilian history
gptkbp:historical_records documented in various historical texts
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the deadliest earthquakes in history
gptkbp:home_arena near Catania
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Catania earthquake of 1693
gptkbp:impact influenced seismology studies
gptkbp:international_response aid from other regions
gptkbp:is_affected_by gptkb:Catania
gptkbp:last_eruption led to improved seismic monitoring in Italy
gptkbp:local_government Sicilian government
gptkbp:location Sicily, Italy
gptkbp:memorials various memorials established
gptkbp:notable_buildings_rebuilt gptkb:Palazzo_degli_Elefanti
gptkbp:primary_impact loss of life
gptkbp:research studied for seismic activity
ongoing research into its effects
gptkbp:revival led to the rebuilding of Catania in Baroque style
gptkbp:secondary_impact economic disruption
gptkbp:seismic_intensity X (Extreme) on the Mercalli scale
gptkbp:seismic_risk_awareness increased awareness of seismic risks.
gptkbp:survivors few notable figures survived
gptkbp:type_of_insurance led to development of earthquake insurance
gptkbp:writings inspired works of literature
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Catania
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4