The damage by ongoing aftershocks from a major earthquake in Italy is threatening to cut off the town of Amatrice, the local mayor has warned.
More than 900 aftershocks have been registered since the initial 6.2-magnitude quake struck in the early hours of Wednesday morning, causing more buildings to collapse and hampering search and rescue operations.
Two roads leading to Amatrice have also been badly damaged, putting the town at risk of being isolated from the rest of the region.
The Pope has said he will visit the area affected as soon as possible, but did not specify a date.
The celebrity chef pledged to donate £2 from every pasta dish sold to the rebuilding efforts following the earthquake in Italy.
14-year-old Marcos Burnett died in the 6.2-magnitude quake in Amatrice, along with Maria and Will Henniker-Gotley, aged 51 and 55.