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Magnitude 4.3 Earthquake Strikes Near Pisa, Felt Across Northern Tuscany

The quake struck at 10:15 a.m. (August 4, 2026). Tremors were reported as far away as Florence.

Drivers are being advised to avoid the area if possible as firefighters tackle a blaze near the tunnel on the provincial road.

The Italian Ministry of Health has issued a warning and forecasts indicating that the current heatwave could persist well into mid-August.

The latest humanitarian mission from Tuscany has delivered medical equipment, food and essential supplies to Ukraine.

The discovery of tourist rentals in public housing highlights a contradiction in Florence’s housing policy.

Supporters say their preservation would not interfere with the construction of Florence’s new tramway line.

The UN cultural agency is reviewing the impact of the controversial former Teatro Comunale redevelopment.

Workers are calling for higher pay, greater protections during extreme heat and changes to their employment conditions.

The Italian Health Ministry has placed Florence under its highest heat warning level for three consecutive days, with temperatures.

A team of 41 Italian firefighters is due to leave for Venezuela on Friday following the recent earthquake.