Italy is dealing with the aftermath of a strong quake–one stronger than any in hundreds of years. One official said the region he was from didn’t see a shake this strong since the 1300s..
Civil officials and firefighters are currently in the process of inspecting buildings that were significantly damaged by the 6.0 earthquake that slammed the region by surprise. Latest numbers in say that at least seven are now dead.. at least fifty others have been injured.
Four of the victims were killed by falling buildings according to reports on the situation. Another died of a heart attack during the earthquake.
The BBC is reporting that the earthquake was felt in full force in Bologna and Verona, but the tremor could be felt as far away as Venice and Milan.
A 15th century castle, San Felice sul Panaro, is severely damaged. An historic church Buonacompra also hit hard.
After the initial strong 6.0 jolt to the area, another significant aftershock of 5.1 hit and further damaged buildings that already began to collapse during the first tremor.
The earthquake was shallow and felt far and wide. the
Aftershocks continue to hit the area already rattled by the strong jolt.
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