According to latest stats shows, Italy surpasses China in active coronavirus cases, most in world. 250 deaths more with coronavirus in Italy in last day, total at 1266.
On March 13, 2020, Italy experienced its worst 24 hour period in terms of fatalities, reporting 250 deaths from the virus.
Italy was struggling to keep pace with the disease, running low on hospital beds and equipment to treat the rapidly-spreading virus.