Environmental
Violent storm hits southern Italy, causing flooding and damage
A powerful cyclonic storm has lashed southern Italy, turning streets into rivers and leading to evacuations and significant damage.
A strong cyclone has struck southern Italy, bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the Tyrrhenian coast. The storm caused severe flooding, turning streets into raging rivers, forcing residents to evacuate their homes, and prompting authorities to close ports and suspend ferry services. Schools and other institutions suspended operations to protect people from the elements, and emergency services mobilized to assist affected communities. The storm has left widespread damage to property and infrastructure, with residents sharing videos of flooded streets and damaged buildings.
- Status
- active
- Location
- southern Italy, Tyrrhenian coast
- Date added
- 2026-03-24 17:04 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-24 17:04 UTC
- Source
- https://www.lastampa.it
- Connected threats
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