Basel's Deadly Quake

Basel's Deadly Quake. A devastating earthquake struck Basel in 1356, destroying the city within its walls and causing a massive fire that burned for three days…

Location: Basel, Basel, Switzerland

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A devastating earthquake struck Basel in 1356, destroying the city within its walls and causing a massive fire that burned for three days. The quake was so powerful that it was felt as far away as Zurich, Constance, and even the Île-de-France region in France. It's estimated that around 300 people lost their lives in Basel alone.

Source: Séisme de 1356 à Bâle

Basel's Deadly Quake — Basel, Canton of Zurich

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