Emilia Romagna: A New Nightmare With Flooding and Displacement Due to Maltempo
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 05:00
Severe Flooding in Emilia Romagna
Emilia Romagna is facing a dire situation as maltempo sweeps through the region, causing widespread flooding.
Current River Levels
- Sillaro River remains over the orange threshold in Sesto Imolese and exceeds the red threshold in Portonovo.
- Santerno is descending but still over the orange level in Massa Lombarda.
- Senio has reached a yellow threshold at Tebano while remaining orange in Castel Bolognese.
- Lamone River is yellow at Faenza, with critical areas still under watch.
Displacement and Evacuations
Critical updates include:
- Hundreds of residents have been evacuated due to rising waters.
- Several bridges have collapsed, isolating communities.
- The risk of further flooding remains high as authorities issue warnings.
Families in impacted areas are navigating chaotic conditions as they seek safety.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.