A 5.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked northern Italy this morning, hit the Modena province at approximately 9am local time.
The quake kills 10 people and another 200 injured. According to the Italian Civil Protection Agency, it has almost destroyed the small towns of Cavezzo, Medolla and Mirandola, and was severe enough to temporarily halt production at automakers Ferrari and Maserati.
Fiat Chairman John Elkann confirmed the company has suspended operations. Ducati also shut its factory, but with no clear date when production is set to resume.
This is the second earthquake this month in the region, the previous earthquake centered near Finale Emilia, killing 7 people on May 20.
Fiat Chairman John Elkann confirmed the company has suspended operations. Ducati also shut its factory, but with no clear date when production is set to resume.
This is the second earthquake this month in the region, the previous earthquake centered near Finale Emilia, killing 7 people on May 20.
