A violent whirlwind struck the Agro Caleno at dawn with its epicentre in Pignataro Maggiore, and the municipal cemetery suffered the heaviest reported damage, according to Il Mattino.
Wind tore away parts of the cemetery's roofing and metal structures. Vases, flowers and other commemorative objects were dragged onto the cemetery corridors, and some sections were in particularly critical condition. The building used by the Atduc non-profit organisation was seriously damaged.
The site was placed under emergency closure. Municipal technicians were expected to inspect the site, assess the damage and begin safety work. The full extent of the damage remains to be established.
