One of the Worst Man-Made Disasters in History
Synopsis
A 720 million ton chunk of rock dislodged from Mount Toc triggers a catastrophic wave that destroys the town of Longarone and kills nearly 2,000 people.
Synopsis
In 1957, work begins on the Vajont Hydroelectric Dam in Italy's Vajont River Valley. As the reservoir fills, residents notice alarming cracks on Mount Toc. By October 9, 1963, a massive landslide sends 720 million tons of rock into the reservoir, creating waves that devastate the nearby town of Longarone. Nearly 2,000 lives are lost, and the town is reduced to mud and rubble. The documentary details the events leading to this disaster and its catastrophic impact on the local community.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the shocking impact of the Vajont Dam disaster.
- Find out how a landslide triggered a deadly tsunami.
- Meet locals who sensed the danger before the disaster.
Did You Know
- The Vajont reservoir can hold 44 billion gallons of water.
- A 720 million ton chunk of rock was dislodged from Mount Toc.
- The landslide traveled at over 60 miles an hour, three times faster than expected.
- The disaster claimed almost 2,000 lives on October 9, 1963.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did work begin on the Vajont Hydroelectric Dam?
Work began on the Vajont Hydroelectric Dam in 1957.
How much water could the Vajont reservoir hold?
The Vajont reservoir could hold 44 billion gallons of water.
How many lives were claimed by the Vajont disaster?
The Vajont disaster claimed almost 2000 lives.
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