Italy quake death toll rises to 287

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Source: CCTV.com | 04-10-2009 09:46

We continue with the death toll from Italy. The numbers killed Monday's earthquake has climbed to 287. Continuous aftershocks are dimming hopes of finding survivors.

Firefighters inspect the devastated village of Onna, central Italy, Thursday, April 9, 2009, following an earthquake which struck central Italy on Monday. (AP Photo/Antonio Calanni)

Rescuers are still recovering bodies, including three students buried beneath a dormitory building in the central region of Abruzzo.

Tremors shook the medieval mountain city of L'Aquila and nearby villages throughout Thursday morning, further damaging buildings.

28-thousand people have lost their homes in the earthquake, with 18-thousand are now living in tents, and many more staying in hotel rooms or staying with family.

Editor:Zhang Pengfei