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1979 Press Photo Naples, Italy: City of Cave-Ins - kfx35040

This is an original press photo. City of cave-ins - Naples, Italy: Naples is the city of sudden cave-int. People and even building suddenly disappear, swallowed up by the earth. The cause goes back 2,400 years when Greek settlers built the city on loose, sandy soil over hundreds of caves. The problem has existed for years, occurring every autumn when heavy rains set in. Now it can happen after an afternoon shower. The situation has forced the closings of Naples Airport.Photo measures 10 x 8.25inches. Photo is dated 03-13-1979.

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