Overview

• At least three people, including a father and son, have died in floodwaters in northern Italy as rivers like the Po overflowed their banks.
• Heavy snow has led to the closure of key mountain passes, such as the Simplon and Great St. Bernard, disrupting cross-border transport with Switzerland.
• Italian authorities have issued red alerts for over 100 municipalities, urging residents to stay indoors due to flood, landslide, and storm risks.
• Rail services between Italy and Switzerland are severely disrupted, with flooded tracks causing train blockages and significant delays.
• The German Foreign Office has issued travel warnings advising against visiting affected Alpine regions during the Easter holiday period.