The emotion is pervasive on the Mestre bridge, at the scene of the traffic accident that killed 21 in Venice. The local community has been plunged into mourning.

Some citizens left flowers near where the bus crashed, on the bridge.

Video document from the moment of the accident

In the photos the railings seem to be in a bad condition, rusted.

At the dell’Angelo hospital where a special reception area has been created for the relatives of the victims, with psychologists and interpreters from the Veneto Region. The relatives are assisted by a team of experts consisting of seven psychologists and three psychiatrists. At the hospital, flags are already flying at half mast.

Hospital psychologist Rita Lorio said that the injured on the bus they are still in the shock phase, are confused and shocked, signs characteristic of the traumatic event. He is not yet in the phase of realizing what has happened.”

Four to five families of victims and injured have been received at the hospital, while others are on their way. A police force is also at the campsite where the victims were staying.

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Venice

Venice

Venice

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