Bad weather is hitting several Italian regions hard today, with various levels of alerts throughout the North. In particular, Veneto is under a red weather-hydro alert, while Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Liguria and Tuscany are under orange alert. Overall, the yellow alert has been issued in 16 regions of the country.
Milan is under water this morning, with several streets of the city flooded, including the Court building. The Civil Protection of Veneto has activated the Regional Operations Room due to the high hydrogeological and hydraulic risk. “I thank our Civil Protection and all those who are operating in these hours” – commented the president of the region, Luca Zaia – “their contribution is essential to prevent serious damage and guarantee the safety of the territory”.
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The situation is constantly evolving. In the early hours of the day, showers hit the Prealps and the Veronese foothills, then extended towards the southern and western plains. The heaviest rainfall was recorded in the area between the Euganean Hills and the Berici Hills, with peaks of 57 mm/ha Pila Porto Peschereccio and 53 mm/ha Ospedaletto Euganeo. Weather forecasts indicate possible heavy showers until the afternoon. Thunderstorms are expected especially on the central and eastern plains, and along the coast.
Piedmont has also been hit hard by bad weather, with an orange alert in force and numerous critical issues. The Piedmont Civil Protection has reported the flooding of the Gerardo torrent in several places, causing the collapse of two bridges in Mattie (Valsusa), where a village has remained isolated and evacuations are being evaluated. Similar situations have been recorded in Bussoleno and Val Chisone, where traffic has been seriously compromised with several roads closed, including the SP23 and SS26. In the Lanzo Valleys, the Stura has exceeded the danger level in Mezzenile, while in Lanzo and Cantoira the warning level has been exceeded. The situation is being carefully monitored, with several Municipal Operations Centers active throughout the region to manage the emergency. The regional councilor for Civil Protection, Marco Gabusi, has reassured that volunteers have already been at work since last night and that the Civil Protection system is ready to intervene for urgent needs.
The weather forecast for Piedmont indicates an improvement during the evening, but locally strong thunderstorms are expected until the afternoon. In Lombardy, where an orange alert has been issued, the situation is characterized by scattered thunderstorms, with an increasing hydrogeological risk. The phenomena are mainly concentrated in the mountain and piedmont areas, but the disturbance is also affecting the plain areas. In this case too, the Civil Protection is active and on constant alert to monitor the evolution of the weather situation, with particular attention to possible flooding of watercourses. The Civil Protection recommends that the population follow the indications of the authorities and avoid unnecessary travel in the areas most at risk.
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2024-09-07 03:59:19
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Bad Weather Hits Italy: Alerts Issued for Multiple Regions
Italy is experiencing severe bad weather, with various regions under different levels of alerts. The situation is constantly evolving, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and flooding reported in several areas.
Red Alert in Veneto
Veneto is under a red weather-hydro alert, with the Civil Protection of Veneto activating the Regional Operations Room due to the high hydrogeological and hydraulic risk. President Luca Zaia has thanked the Civil Protection and all those operating in these hours, highlighting their essential contribution to preventing serious damage and guaranteeing the safety of the territory [[1]].
Multiple Regions Under Orange Alert
Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Liguria, and Tuscany are under orange alert, with the situation characterized by scattered thunderstorms and an increasing hydrogeological risk. In Piedmont, the Civil Protection has reported the flooding of the Gerardo torrent in several places, causing the collapse of two bridges in Mattie (Valsusa), where a village has remained isolated and evacuations are being evaluated [[1]].
Yellow Alert in 16 Regions
A yellow alert has been issued in 16 regions of the country, with the situation being closely monitored by the Civil Protection.
Weather Forecast
Weather forecasts indicate possible heavy showers until the afternoon, with thunderstorms expected especially on the central and eastern plains, and along the coast [[1]]. The weather forecast for Piedmont indicates an improvement during the evening, but locally strong thunderstorms are expected until the afternoon [[1]].
Civil Protection Active
The Civil Protection is active and on constant alert to monitor the situation in all affected regions, with volunteers and emergency services working together to prevent serious damage and guarantee the safety of the territory.
Weather Alerts in Cinque Terre
In addition, Cinque Terre is under a yellow weather alert until 4 p.m. and then from midnight till 8 a.m. tomorrow, September 25th, with an orange weather alert from 4 p.m. till midnight [[2]].
Milan Weather Advisories
In Milan, Lombardy, Italy, weather advisories have been issued, with warnings and severe weather alerts in place [[3]].
Stay Informed
It is essential to stay informed about the latest weather updates and alerts in your region, especially if you are planning to travel or engage in outdoor activities. Check the official weather websites and apps for the latest information and follow the instructions of local authorities.
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Italy Weather: Heavy Showers and Thunderstorms Hit Multiple Regions
Bad weather has struck Italy, with multiple regions experiencing heavy showers, thunderstorms, and flooding. The situation is critical, with various levels of alerts issued across the country. In this article, we will provide an update on the current weather situation in Italy, including the affected regions, weather forecasts, and the impact on daily life.
Affected Regions
According to reports, Veneto is under a red weather-hydro alert, while Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Liguria, and Tuscany are under orange alert. Additionally, 16 regions of the country have been issued a yellow alert.
Current Weather Situation
The Civil Protection of Veneto has activated the Regional Operations Room due to the high hydrogeological and hydraulic risk. Milan is currently under water, with several streets of the city flooded, including the Court building.
Weather Forecasts
Showers hit the Prealps and the Veronese foothills in the early hours of the day, extending towards the southern and western plains. The heaviest rainfall was recorded in the area between the Euganean Hills and the Berici Hills, with peaks of 57 mm/ha Pila Porto Peschereccio and 53 mm/ha Ospedaletto Euganeo. Weather forecasts indicate possible heavy showers until the afternoon, with thunderstorms expected especially on the central and eastern plains, and along the coast [[2]].
Regional Weather Updates
In Piedmont, an orange alert is in force, with numerous critical issues reported. The Piedmont Civil Protection has reported the flooding of the Gerardo torrent in several places, causing the collapse of two bridges in Mattie (Valsusa), where a village has remained isolated and evacuations are being evaluated. Similar situations have been recorded in Bussoleno and Val Chisone, where traffic has been seriously compromised with several roads closed, including the SP23 and SS26. In the Lanzo Valleys, the Stura has exceeded the danger level in Mezzenile, while in Lanzo and Cantoira the warning level has been exceeded.
Weather Updates from Other Regions
According to [[1]], Roma/Ciampino is experiencing light showers with a temperature of 23°C, while Venice is experiencing heavy showers with a temperature of 22°C. Monopoli is experiencing light showers with a temperature of 27°C, and Milano/Linate is experiencing heavy showers with a temperature of 19°C.
Impact on Daily Life
The situation is constantly evolving, with several Municipal Operations Centers active throughout the region to manage the emergency. The regional councilor for Civil Protection, Marco Gabusi, has reassured that volunteers have been deployed to assist in the affected areas.
Conclusion
Italy is currently experiencing severe
