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Search Intensifies for Missing Man in Northern Italy's Flash Flood Tragedy

Two women have been found dead after being swept away by sudden floodwaters; divers and helicopters continue to search for the third victim.

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Patrizia Cormos, Cristian Molnar and Bianca Doros
The two women and man, all aged in their 20s were caught in floods in the northern Friuli region

Overview

  • Three friends were caught in a flash flood while walking along the Natisone River in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
  • The bodies of Patrizia Cormos, 20, and Bianca Doros, 23, were discovered downstream on Sunday.
  • Rescuers are using drones, boats, and divers to locate Cristian Molnar, 25, who remains missing.
  • Video footage captured the trio hugging as they were engulfed by the rising waters.
  • Local authorities are investigating the incident and the response of emergency services.