In Portoferraio, where more than 34 millimeters of rain fell in just 15 minutes.
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Severe Storms Hit Tuscany: Floods, Lightning and Dozens of Rescues
Torrential rain and strong winds battered Tuscany, with over 100,000 lightning strikes, rescues in Grosseto and Orbetello, and storm damage from Livorno to Florence.
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Florence to Be Italy’s Hottest City on Sunday as Heat Alert Rises
The heatwave gripping Italy is set to intensify over the weekend,
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Storm Alert Issued for Tuscany: Orange Code on Coast and Southern Areas
The Regional Civil Protection Authority has issued a weather alert for Sunday, July 13, from 7 am to 1 pm.
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Chianti Wine Grapples with Market Pressures and Climate Threats
As Giovanni Busi is confirmed for a new term as president of the Chianti Wine Consortium, the sector faces growing pressure.
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Storm Hits Florence After Days of Extreme Heat, Blackout Affects Several Areas
Local authorities have warned of ongoing risks, including fire hazards and further outages, and continue to urge citizens to follow health and safety guidance.
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Scorching Heatwave to Hit Florence: 40°C Expected by Sunday
This could be one of the most intense heatwaves since the infamous summer of 2003.
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Heat Alert Returns in Florence: Orange Warning for June 24 and 25
Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
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Florence Issues Heat Warning: Orange Alert for Saturday, Red Alert on Sunday
The national heatwave monitoring system coordinated by Italy’s Ministry of Health has issued an orange-level heat alert for Florence on Saturday, June 14, followed by a red-level alert for Sunday.
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Summer Comes Early: Sunny and Hot Week Ahead in Tuscany
Daytime highs will reach 34–35°C in the inland plains, especially in the provinces of Florence, Prato, and Pistoia.
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