Bad weather, Castelfranco Veneto underwater. Damage also in Rovigo, Vicenza and Venice

CASTELFRANCO VENETO – Veneto once again finds itself at the center of a serious weather emergency. After the devastating tornado that hit Rovigo and surrounding areas last Tuesday, another serious meteorological phenomenon brought the city to its knees Castelfranco Veneto yesterday evening. The critical situation was caused by the flooding of the Avenale, which caused significant damage and required a massive intervention by the firefighters, with over 140 calls for help recorded in the evening alone.

Details on the storm and impact on local communities

The violent storm hit the center of Castelfranco Veneto in particular, causing the river to overflow and serious flooding in urban and rural areas. The most affected municipalities include Resana, Riese Pio X and Godego Castle. Rescue teams faced multiple challenges: submerged roads and underpasses, flooded cellars and garages, fallen trees and roadblocks that made movement and interventions difficult. The fire brigade’s rescue system has been strengthened, extending the shifts of night staff to manage the emergency.

Continuation of rescue operations in Rovigo

The adverse weather conditions did not spare either Rovigo, where firefighters were engaged in a long and tiring night of operations, which included draining flooded buildings and securing areas at risk. Support has been extended with additional resources from nearby commands and increased work shifts to respond effectively to the situation.

Interventions in other areas of Veneto

Also Vicenza has seen an increase in emergencies, with interventions concentrated in places such as Marostica and Bassano del Grappa, where water damage, dangerous trees and small landslides have occurred. Venice and its hamlets, including Mestre and Mira, have reported interventions for similar problems, highlighting the wide range of action of bad weather in the region.

Preventive measures and future recommendations

The escalation of extreme weather phenomena raises urgent questions about the need to strengthen infrastructure and warning systems to better prevent and manage future emergencies. Adopting advanced technologies for weather monitoring and constantly updating emergency procedures are vital to protect communities and minimize damage.