Quake-prone Italy lags in quake-proofing buildings <br /> (AP)

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AP - Italy is one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world, but the vast majority of buildings in its most vulnerable regions don't meet modern seismic safety standards, experts say. Scientists say that is why Monday's temblor near L'Aquila took such a devastating toll.

 

 

 

 

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