Statement on earthquake in Italy
Mayor
Maurizio Bevilacqua has issued the following statement.
My
thoughts and prayers are with the people of Italy today in the wake of the
devastating earthquake. The images are heartbreaking. The loss of life is overwhelming.
And the effects of this tragedy are beyond description.
On
behalf of the City of Vaughan, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to
the people in Italy who have lost family and friends in the earthquake that
struck the central region northeast of Rome. I know that many people in our
city have been affected by what they are seeing. My thoughts are also with the
people in Vaughan who have family in Italy and are worried about their loved
ones. I know that many compassionate and caring Vaughan residents are looking
for ways to provide help.
Italy has faced similar challenges in the past and Italians have always
found the strength and inner resources to rebuild their towns and cities.
In
times of crisis we are reminded that when tragedy strikes one of us, it strikes
us all.