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Thousands of homes, buildings and infrastructure have been destroyed or damaged by the 6.2 magnitude earthquake that struck central Italy in the early hours of 24 August. Italian Red Cross rescuers with specialist equipment and sniffer dogs were immediately deployed to the affected areas, and more than 450 volunteers are currently on the ground providing emergency supplies, first aid and psychosocial support to people affected by the disaster.
(Photo: Gianluca Fortunato / Italian Red Cross)