W. J. Person 1976 <p>This was an active period, seismically speaking, with four major earthquakes and a number of strong earthquakes in many parts of the world. Northern Italy experienced one of its most destructive earthquakes in many years. Ecuador suffered fatalities and damage from a strong quake. Uzbek SSR was struck by two major earthquakes that probably caused loss of life and extensive damage. The China-Burma border region was struck by two major earthquakes that may have caused damage and loss of life.</p> <p>There were no destructive earthquakes in teh united States. Several States experienced sharp earthquakes, but only minor damage was reported.&nbsp;</p> application/pdf en U.S Geological Survey Earthquakes, April-May 1976 article