Rome's Arch of Constantine Damaged by Severe Lightning Storm

Overview

• The Arch of Constantine was struck by lightning during a violent storm, causing parts of the structure to break off.
• The storm brought heavy rain and high winds, leading to flooding and falling trees across Rome.
• Technicians promptly gathered and secured all fallen fragments from the arch for assessment and repair.
• The arch was already undergoing maintenance, which will now include additional repair work due to the storm damage.
• Experts link the increase in extreme weather events, including this storm, to climate change.