vernazza-station-post-floodI came across this video account of the clean up in Vernazza.  Although in Italian, the pictures say a lot.

In the beginning, the reporter is speaking with a gentleman digging around the chimney of his home.  The sign reads: “This is my home,” and list his name and mobile number.

Later, there is a scene taken from the parking lot, above the station.  The river is now small and flowing.  Folks are washing in it.

The railway station and stairs are shown next.  This station is twenty feet above the ground, notice the stairs are completely covered in mud and debris.

Finally, the reporter moves on down the main street towards the harbor.  Notice that mud and debris are almost at the second stories of the houses.  This street is lined with businesses that will have a difficult time recovering.

It is reported that water, electricity, and gas are still not available in Vernazza.  most locals want to stay in Vernazza to help in the cleanup and protect their belongings.  Many elderly, children and infirm have been evacuated.