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How farming helped cause two medieval tsunamis in an Italian lake—and why the danger has returned

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Briefings

A 12th-century manuscript from the Vatican Library describes a 1117 earthquake in northern Italy that caused severe lake flooding, potentially triggering tsunamis. The text notes that few villagers escaped the danger due to the rising water levels. This event is linked to a 2026 article claiming farming practices contributed to the danger, though the article's specific claims remain unverified.

Key points

• A 12th-century manuscript from the Vatican Library records a 1117 earthquake in northern Italy that caused significant lake flooding, with few survivors.
• A 2026 article claims farming practices contributed to the danger, but the article's specific claims remain unverified and unconfirmed by the evidence.

Context

The article suggests farming practices may have contributed to the danger, but the article's specific claims remain unverified and unconfirmed by the evidence.

Limitations

The evidence is a single 12th-century manuscript from the Vatican Library, which may not represent the full extent of the disaster. The article's specific claims about farming practices are unverified and unconfirmed by the evidence.

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