Mass evacuation in Cogne after flood: 200 people transported by helicopter

Last updated on June 30, 2024 by Sara Gatti

In the valley of Cogneabout 200 people were evacuated by helicopter due to the regional road 47 damaged by yesterday’s flood. The president of the Region Valle d’Aosta, Renzo Testolinconfirmed that these are both residents and tourists coming from Valnontey e Cogne.

The rescue intervention

The evacuation operations involve around a hundred people from Valnontey and as many from Cognealong with several dozen individuals who need to reach the country. The operating base for the helicopters is located in Aymavillesthe most downstream municipality, from which departures and arrivals are managed.

Solidarity and support

In response to the emergency situation, hoteliers of Aostathrough the association Adavaare mobilizing to offer free rooms to displaced people as a sign of solidarity and support for the affected community.

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Insights

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Cogne: Cogne is a municipality located in the Aosta Valley, an autonomous Italian region located in the Western Alps. It is a very popular tourist resort, renowned for the beauty of its mountain landscapes and for outdoor activities such as skiing and mountaineering.

2. Valle d’Aosta: The Aosta Valley is an autonomous Italian region located on the border with France, famous for its spectacular mountain landscapes, medieval castles and ski slopes. The capital is Aosta, a city rich in Roman history.
3. Renzo Testolin: Renzo Testolin is the president of the Aosta Valley Region, the one who confirmed the evacuation of people in the Cogne valley due to the flood.
4. Valnontey: Valnontey is a village located near Cogne, in the Aosta Valley. It is also a popular tourist destination for its natural beauty and offers many opportunities for excursions and outdoor activities.
5. Aymavilles: Aymavilles is a municipality located further downstream than Cogne and Valnontey, also in the autonomous region of Valle d’Aosta. It became the operational base for helicopters engaged in evacuation operations due to the flood.
6. Adava: Adava is an association that brings together hoteliers in Aosta. In response to the emergency caused by the flood in Cogne, hoteliers are offering free rooms to the displaced as a sign of solidarity and support for the affected community.
The article highlights collaboration and solidarity in the aftermath of a natural disaster, highlighting how communities come together to overcome challenges in times of crisis.