Last updated on June 30, 2024 by Laura Rossi
The recent wave of bad weather in the Northern Piedmont has caused several problems in the region, forcing firefighters to intervene in various areas due to flooding and landslides. Rescue operations have concentrated mainly in the area of Turin and of Verbaniawhere the situation became critical following heavy rains.
Interventions in the Turin area
In the province of Turin, more precisely in Locana, 37 people were moved from an isolated restaurant due to a landslide. TO ChialambertoHowever, a condominium of 50 people was evacuated due to the risk of flooding. TO Mathi, two families were forced to leave their homes due to the danger of flooding of the Stura di Lanzo river. TO Mountaineerfirefighters saved a family with a newborn baby stuck in their car due to the swelling of the Orco torrent.
Emergency in Verbania
Also in the province of Verbania several interventions occurred following the bad weather. TO Macugnaga, the Anza torrent overflowed in several places in the Anzasca Valley, causing flooding in several areas and pushing some people to find refuge in safe places. TO Varzoabout forty people were stranded following a landslide and are currently being hosted at the Italian Alpine Club refuge. To monitor the evolution of the situation, a helicopter from the Turin Flight Department is scheduled to fly over the affected areas.
Evolving Situation
Local authorities and emergency responders remain on high alert as they closely monitor the situation following the severe weather. With the possibility of further precipitation, it is essential to maintain active emergency plans and ensure the safety of all affected citizens. Rescue and relief operations are currently proceeding vigorously to cope with the challenges created by the adverse weather conditions.
Insights
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– Turin: The Torinese area is the area of the province of Turin, the capital of Piedmont and an important Italian city. It is a densely populated and industrial area. The cities of Locana, Chialamberto, Mathi and Montanaro, mentioned in the article, are located in the province of Turin and suffered the impact of heavy rains, causing evacuations and rescue interventions.
– Verbania: Verbania is a city located on Lake Maggiore, in the Piedmont region. It is known for its lake and mountain landscapes. The cities of Macugnaga and Varzo, mentioned in the article, are located in the province of Verbania. They have been involved in emergency situations due to flooding and landslides caused by bad weather.
– Anzasca Valley: The Anzasca Valley is an Alpine valley located in Piedmont, near Verbania. It is known for its scenic beauty and mountain-related tourism activities. The Anza torrent, which overflowed in the Anzasca Valley, caused problems and flooding in the area following heavy rains.
– Italian Alpine Club: The Italian Alpine Club is an organization that promotes mountaineering and mountain culture in Italy. The Italian Alpine Club refuge in Varzo offered refuge to around forty people stranded following a landslide in the area.
– Turin Flight Department: The Turin Flight Department is part of the Italian Civil Protection and is responsible for aerial rescue and monitoring operations in case of emergencies. The helicopter of the Turin Flight Department was used to fly over the areas affected by the bad weather in order to assess the situation and coordinate the rescue operations.
