Italy declares state of emergency for drought-stricken north

Italy Declares Drought Emergency in 5 Northern Regions

Italy is facing its worst drought in 70 years and the Italian Cabinet was forced to declare a state of emergency in five northern Italian regions until the end of this year. It also announced $39.5 million in emergency funds to assist those affected by the worsening drought. The heat and lack of rain being experienced, particularly in the Po Valley, are not only drying up the rivers but causing significant concern to the agriculture sector in wh…

State of Emergency Declared in Northern Italy Over Worst Drought in 70 Years

The Italian government has declared a state of emergency in five of its northern regions that are facing their worst drought in seven decades. The state of emergency is applicable in Piedmont, Friuli-Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lombardy, and Veneto until Dec. 31. The government has announced 36.5 million euros ($39.5 million) in funds to help tackle the water shortage. The emergency declaration will allow authorities to take whatever action …

Italy declares state of emergency due to worst drought in decades

Italy has declared a state of emergency for five drought-stricken northern regions due to rising temperatures and low rainfall. The government set aside $37.5 million to fix water infrastructure along the Po River.

Drought in Italy forces state of emergency

Water rationing for homes and businesses could be a possibility

Italy decrees state of emergency due to intense drought

The regions of Emilia-Romagna, Friul-Venezia Giulia, Lombardy, Venice and Piedmont are experiencing the worst drought in 70 years, threatening 30% of national agricultural production and half of the cattle of the Po Valley.

Govt declares drought emergency in 5 northern regions

Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, Piedmont, Friuli, Veneto © ANSA