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Many Feared Dead After Avalanche Hits Hotel in Central Italy

According to initial reports, as many as 20 guests were staying at hotel Rigopiano in Abruzzo.

The Quint
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Many are feared dead after the avalanche hit the hotel. Photo used for representational purpose. (Photo: iStock)
  • Several people are feared dead after an avalanche buried a hotel in Central Italy on Thursday.
  • According to initial reports, as many as 20 guests were staying at hotel Rigopiano in Abruzzo.
  • Governor of Pescara, Antonio Di Marco, said on Facebook: "Unfortunately, a terrible tragedy happened, it seems that there may be some fatalities, but this has yet to be confirmed."

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