One of Italy's most wonderful places damaged

Very sad. I'm sure they will bounce back and I hope to be there again.

Me too, it was 10 years ago.... Meet you at the Blue Marlin.

Well Rick steves was the first to tell us about this incredible place. Cinque Terre is quite touristy now but will always be very special. Thanks Rick ;and BSio) for letting us know about this disaster. I am thinking of all the local people and wishing them a full and speedy recovery.

Here's an update

http://www.ricksteves.com/news/travelnews/cinque-terre-floods.htm

Wheeewww...for a minute there I thought something dreadful happened to the Olive Garden cooking school. My delicious (and endless) Tuscany inspired salads and breadstix are safe!:spin:

Here's an update

http://www.ricksteves.com/news/travelnews/cinque-terre-floods.htm

unbelievable, watch this video of the flood in Monterossa:

[video]http://youtu.be/3GgnXMpMZw8[/video]

here is an excellent slide show/photos in Vernazza:
http://s576.photobucket.com/albums/ss205/twally/Vernazza Flash flood/?albumview=slideshow