Naples – The wave of severe weather currently hitting Campania shows no signs of abating. The regional Civil Protection Department, following the latest findings from the Functional Center, has decided to extend the yellow-level weather alert, which will remain in effect at least until 20:00 PM tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7th.
Thunderstorms intensifying across all provinces
While the warning initially only affected certain coastal and inland areas, starting at 20:00 PM this evening, the weather system will affect the entire region without distinction. Experts predict an intensification of thunderstorms, with heavy downpours that could cause significant hydrogeological problems. The Naples metropolitan area and the islands are under observation, as are the Matese hinterland and the entire Salerno coastline.
Risks for the territory
The impact of the precipitation on the ground raises concerns about the potential saturation of soils, already strained by the rains of recent days. The bulletin warns of the concrete risk of:
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Municipalities on alert: COCs activated
Given the worsening conditions expected over the next 24 hours, the Civil Protection Department has urged mayors to maintain the Municipal Operations Centers (COCs). Local governments are asked to closely monitor the condition of public green spaces to prevent accidents related to falling trees and to implement all measures outlined in emergency plans to mitigate risks to the public.
The situation remains evolving, and the Regional Operations Room will continue to monitor the progress of the storm 24/7.
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Comments (2)
Reading here, it seems to me that the situation is truly serious. But there have been warnings before, and nothing serious has happened. Let's hope this time is different, but it seems exaggerated to me.
The article talks about very severe weather hitting Campania. However, I don't understand why the alert is only yellow. There are so many risks and they should do more to protect citizens. I don't know if it will be enough.