Northern Italy Faces Deadly Floods With More Rain On the Way

Northern Italy Faces, Deadly Floods , With More Rain On the Way.
According to officials, at least eight people have
been killed and others are missing after heavy
downpours caused flooding in northern Italy.
BBC reports that approximately
5,000 people have already been evacuated
from the Emilia-Romagna region.
According to authorities, heavy rains caused
14 rivers to break their banks and flood 23 towns.
This weekend's Emilia-Romagna
F1 Grand Prix has been canceled as
a result of the widespread flooding.
BBC reports that the region is forecast to
experience more rain in the coming days.
It's probably been the worst night
in the history of Romagna.
Ravenna is unrecognizable for
the damage it has suffered, Michele de Pascale, Ravenna Mayor, via RAI.
Residents have been urged
to avoid rivers and other waterways
by Regional President Stefano Bonaccini.
Those who live in
areas close to watercourses
should move to higher floors, Stefano Bonaccini, Regional President, via BBC.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
held an emergency crisis meeting
with Italy's civil protection officials.
It's in stark contrast to the state of
emergency declared by the Italian authorities
last year due to ongoing severe drought.
Further thundery downpours are expected
for Italy over the next couple of weeks, Chris Fawkes, BBC Weather Presenter, via BBC