6.2 Magnitude Hits Central Italy

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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake hit central Italy early Wednesday and rescuers are searching for survivors.

  • 73 people have died, according to Italian officials [UPDATE 1:45 pm EST: Now 120 dead and still rising]
  • Rescuers struggle to reach some remote towns
  • Amatrice, town at epicenter, “is no more” says mayor
  • Witness: We woke up shaking side to side in bed