04 Jun 2023 | 08:46 PM UTC
Severe weather forecast across Italy through at least June 6. Possible transport, business, and utility disruptions.
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Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast across much of northern and central Italy through at least June 6. Strong wind gusts, lightning, and possible hail may accompany storms. The affected area includes parts of the Emilia-Romagna Region that were impacted by heavy flooding in recent weeks, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and the evacuation of tens of thousands of people from their homes. Heavy downpours could trigger flooding in low-lying areas, especially in areas where the ground is already saturated by previous rainfall, as well as landslides on unstable slopes. Strong winds may lead to power outages and property damage in affected areas.
As of early June 5, officials have issued the following weather warnings across the country:
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Orange thunderstorm warnings (the middle level on a three-tier scale): Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Veneto regions
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Yellow heavy rainfall and thunderstorm warnings: the rest of the…
