Weather Chaos in Northern Italy: Two Missing, Rail Traffic Suspended

Torrential rains and floods wreak havoc

Northern Italy has been hit by severe weather, leading to widespread flooding and disruption. Two people have been reported missing, and rail traffic has been suspended in several areas.

The heavy rainfall, which began on Saturday, has caused rivers to burst their banks and inundate towns and villages. The worst-affected regions are Lombardy, Piedmont, and Veneto.

Rivers burst banks, inundating towns and villages

In Lombardy, the Lambro and Seveso rivers have overflowed, flooding the streets of Milan and Monza. Several roads have been closed, and public transport has been disrupted.

In Piedmont, the Po River has reached record levels, forcing the evacuation of several towns. The city of Turin has been placed on high alert, and schools have been closed.

In Veneto, the Adige River has burst its banks, flooding the city of Verona. Several bridges have been damaged, and rail traffic has been suspended.

Two missing, rail traffic suspended

Two people have been reported missing in the floods—a 67-year-old man in Lombardy and a 54-year-old woman in Piedmont. Search and rescue operations are underway.

Rail traffic has been suspended in several areas due to flooding and landslides. The main line between Milan and Turin has been closed, and several regional lines have been disrupted.

Authorities urge caution

The authorities have urged people to stay away from flooded areas and to follow safety instructions. Emergency services are working to provide assistance to those affected by the floods.

The weather is expected to improve in the coming days, but the floodwaters are likely to take several days to recede.