Amatrice was severely damaged in the earthquake
On 24 August 2016, at 3.36 a.m., an earthquake measuring a magnitude of 6.2 struck central Italy southeast of the Umbrian town of Norcia. It was the most destructive earthquake to hit Italy since 2009, when an earthquake killed more than 300 people.
Earthquakes are one of the most destructive of natural hazards. Tremors below the surface cause the ground to shake, and although these may last only a few seconds, they can cause serious damage and multiple deaths. They may also cause long-term damage to buildings and infrastructure.
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