Overview

• A 20-year-old man died near Bologna after his car was swept away by floodwaters, marking a tragic outcome of the recent storms.
• Over 3,000 residents were evacuated from their homes in the Emilia-Romagna region, with Bologna experiencing significant flooding.
• The intense rainfall saw 175 millimeters fall in six hours, far exceeding the monthly average, causing rivers to overflow and streets to flood.
• The damage is estimated to be at least 200 million euros, with expectations of rising costs as cleanup efforts continue.
• The floods have reignited debates over climate change, infrastructure resilience, and flood prevention measures ahead of the regional elections.