Parts of Italy have been affected by severe floods due to heavy rainfall, causing individuals to become stranded in their vehicles. Among those rescued were hundreds of schoolchildren, a mother, and a 10-month-old baby stranded on a car roof as fast-moving water engulfed the area. Authorities responded to over 650 emergency incidents in Lombardy, with more than 200 firefighters engaged in rescue efforts.
In Milan, the overflow of the Seveso River near schools prompted swift action as flood barriers were erected to mitigate the rising waters. The Lambro River also surged to hazardous levels, leading to the installation of mobile barriers to contain the flooding. Video footage captured rescue teams wading through waist-deep water, abandoned vehicles submerged up to their doors, and individuals attempting to clear drains to manage the overwhelming floodwaters.
In Spigno Monferrato, a search operation was initiated for a missing German tourist following flash flooding. Residents were advised to steer clear of flood-prone zones, underpasses, and parks as authorities worked to ensure safety. Meteorologists in Italy warned of continued adverse weather conditions, with thunderstorms predicted in central and northern regions, accompanied by below-average temperatures later in the week.
Local officials raised concerns about substantial damages to residences, businesses, and infrastructure, preparing to request state emergency aid and compensation. The Italian Civil Protection Department issued orange alerts for Lombardy, Veneto, and Lazio, highlighting the risks of hydrogeological and flood incidents. Yellow alerts remained active in various regions, including Piedmont, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Tuscany, Umbria, Abruzzo, Molise, Campania, Sicily, and Sardinia.