From a devastating earthquake, a blueprint for recovery
Monday, March 11, 2013 - 08:00
in Earth & Climate
In 2009, a massive earthquake struck L'Aquila, Italy, a town two hours north of Rome where generations of families have lived for thousands of years. The quake devastated the community so much that its citizens have not been able to return; anyone crossing into the city must wear protective gear and be accompanied by emergency personnel.