Wow! "Italy earthquake: Death toll reaches [at least] 247 amid rescue efforts " BBC News

"Dozens are believed trapped in ruined Amatrice, Accumoli and Pescara del Tronto, in mountainous central Italy.
Rescuers have advised journalists and bystanders to leave Amatrice urgently, as "the town is crumbling",..."

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37181933

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