These Chilling Photos Show Italy Before And After The Earthquake That Killed Hundreds This Week

"Half the town no longer exists."- Mayor Sergio Pirozzi

The historic center of Amatrice, which has buildings dating back to the Middle Ages, was completely destroyed.

“When I arrived at the break of day, I saw a destroyed village, screams, death.” - Bishop Giovanni D’Ercole.

More than twenty people were killed in the Marche region, which includes Pescara and Arquata del Tronto.

Houses were extensively damaged in Accumoli.