The hotel dog that saved its owner's life
CNN
Italy's Cinque Terre region was hit by a devastating flood in October 2011. But one hotelier's life was saved by his dog, Leo -- and they now run a popular hotel together.
(CNN) — Ten years ago, the Italian area of Cinque Terre was hit by a deadly flood.
On October 25, 2011, the five tiny fishing villages -- which had long been a magnet for tourists from all over the world -- were hit by one of the worst inundations the area had ever seen. Thirteen people were killed, and many more lost property and possessions. The streets of Vernazza, perhaps the most famous of the villages, were feet-deep in mud.
Everyone in Cinque Terre has a story to tell about that terrible day. One of the most extraordinary comes from a local hotel owner, Pierpaolo Paradisi. He says that on that fateful day, his life was saved by his dog -- the dog after which he has now named his hotel.
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