Summary
Storm Boris has caused severe flooding in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, leading to widespread evacuations and significant structural damage. The town of Traversara di Bagnacavallo witnessed dramatic scenes as residents climbed onto roofs to escape rising waters, with emergency services conducting helicopter rescues.
The flooding resulted from three rivers overflowing after 36 hours of relentless rain, marking the worst flooding in over two decades across Central and Eastern Europe. Authorities reported that about 1,000 people were evacuated in Emilia-Romagna, while schools were closed and rail services suspended. The local Senio river’s breach prompted evacuations of ground-floor residences in Lugo, and emergency operations saw over 500 rescues conducted by the national fire department. The situation is compounded by discussions among EU leaders regarding aid for affected regions, as Storm Boris has already claimed at least 24 lives across multiple countries, highlighting the growing impact of extreme weather events linked to climate change.
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