Severe Flooding and Landslides Strike Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna

Heavy rains prompt evacuations, infrastructure closures, and red alert warnings in popular Italian regions.

The Italian Civil Protection Agency has issued red alert warnings for Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna due to intense and prolonged rainfall since March 10.
Major cities including Florence, Pisa, and Bologna are experiencing significant flooding, with rivers like the Arno reaching critical levels and prompting round-the-clock monitoring.
Authorities have closed schools, museums, and public institutions in affected areas, while evacuations have been carried out in low-lying regions vulnerable to rising water levels.
Emergency services, including 500 firefighters, are actively responding to numerous incidents, such as rescuing stranded individuals and addressing landslides and road closures.
Travelers in affected regions are advised to stay informed through local updates, and those on organized trips may be eligible for assistance or changes to their travel plans under extraordinary circumstances.