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DISASTER4d agoThieves stole 30,000 bottles of wine worth 5 million euros in Italy, according to local mediaLe vol commis dans ce domaine viticole florentin est considéré comme l'un des plus importants de ce type en Italie.BBC Afrique
DISASTER4d agoWaterspout destroys school as extreme weather hits ItalyANSA [en]
DISASTER4d agoGang of masked men stole £4.2m worth of red wine from ItalyThieves stole around 30,000 bottles of red wine from a warehouse in Tuscany, an Italian winemaker has said.Sky News World
DISASTER5d agoRainstorms cause flooding, damage across ItalyTrees felled, buildings damaged from north to southANSA [en]
DISASTEROct 2Italy's firefighting planes return home after summer battling blazes across EuropeWestern Europe recorded its hottest summer on record, with some 540,000 hectares going up in smoke across the European Union between mid-June and early September.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERSep 24Italy's workplace-deaths epidemic continues as man falls down lift shaftColosseum remains closed on Thursday after 22-year-old worker died working on momumentANSA [en]
DISASTERSep 23Italy’s Colosseum closes after worker dies in accidentItaly’s Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli ordered the one-day closure of the Colosseum on Wednesday as a mark of respect after a worker was ‌killed overnight in an accident. Andrea Moretti, a 22-year-old technician, died after falling several metres while installing a new lighting system inside the ancient Roman arena. Built 2,000 years ago, the Colosseum was the biggest amphitheatre in the ⁠Roman Empire, used to host gladiator fights, executions and animal hunts. ‌It is Italy’s most visited...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 15Atlantic weather system to hit Central, Northern Italy, with rain and temperature dropSystem will then move southward says forecasterANSA [en]
DISASTERSep 7Italy endures hottest summer since records beganItaly has experienced its hottest summer on record. This highlights significant climate change impacts in the region.northerndailyleader.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 28Extreme heat splits Italy: over 44C in south, heavy downpours in northThe stifling heat that has gripped Italy all summer shows no sign of easing, with temperatures above 44C in the south and islands, and forecasters warning the sultry weather will persist into September.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 28Extreme heat splits Italy: over 44C in the south, heavy downpours in the northItaly's stifling summer heatwave continues with temperatures above 44C in the south and islands; the fifth heatwave will peak on Friday and forecasters say the muggy weather may last into September.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 27Italy faces summer's most intense heatwave with 45°C highsEuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 25Ask Fuzzy : what caused the 1963 Vajont Dam disaster in Italy ? | Illawarra MercuryAn article investigates the causes behind the 1963 Vajont Dam disaster in Italy. This piece provides historical analysis of a past catastrophic event.illawarramercury.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 25Ask Fuzzy : what caused the 1963 Vajont Dam disaster in Italy ? | The Maitland MercuryAn article delves into the causes of the 1963 Vajont Dam disaster in Italy. This provides an analysis of a historical catastrophe.maitlandmercury.com.au · Australia
DISASTERAug 23 So much still needs to be done : Italian town marks 10 years since devastating earthquake | ItalyAn Italian town commemorates ten years since a devastating earthquake, highlighting ongoing recovery efforts. This marks a significant anniversary of a natural disaster.theguardian.com · United Kingdom
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 22At least 13 Tunisians missing as migrant boat headed for Italy capsizesAl Jazeera [en]
DISASTERAug 20A decade after earthquake , Italy Amatrice struggles to rebuildA decade after an earthquake, the town of Amatrice in Italy continues to face challenges in its rebuilding efforts. This highlights the long-term impact of natural disasters.dailymaverick.co.za · South Africa
DISASTERAug 14Mount Etna continues to erupt in ItalyFlights at Catania airport in Sicily remain suspended because of ongoing volcanic activity from Mount Etna. But for those already on the island, the spectacular lava flows have become a major attraction, drawing crowds of tourists to safe viewing points. Companies organising guided nighttime hikes say they have been flooded with calls from visitors hoping to see the eruption up close. Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano, and the latest activity has been unusual for its persistence and sustained ash emissions. Emily Boyle reports.France 24 [en]
DISASTERAug 12Italy: Etna eruption in Sicily halts Catania flightsSicily's Catania airport has suspended flights again as Mount Etna continues to spew lava and volcanic ash. The eruption has disrupted travel during the peak summer holiday season.DW News [en]
DISASTERAug 12Italy Fort Knox of cheese feels the heat as climate change drives up costs and riClimate change is causing increased costs and risks for Italy's cheese industry. This highlights the economic impact of environmental changes on agricultural sectors.ynetnews.com · Israel
DISASTERAug 11As Lake Maggiore runs low, Switzerland steps in as Italy faces growing water shortageLake Maggiore is suffering from drought and Switzerland is increasing releases from Lake Lugano. Water is also scarce in Piedmont, Lombardy, Veneto and the Marche: this is Italy's new emergency.EuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 11Italy’s Po river runs low as drought threatens farms and water suppliesEuroNews [en]
DISASTERAug 8Mount Etna ash suspends arrivals at Italy’s Catania airportCatania international airport services the eastern part of Sicily, one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations.Al Jazeera [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGAug 7Italy places all major cities on red alert as heatwave grips EuropeFrance 24 [en]