There are those who packed what little they had into a plastic bag and waited for help, and those who were surprised by the rush of water and risked being trapped at home. There are those who climb the flooded streets on water bikes, and those who take shelter on rooftops. Hours pass and the dramatic testimonies of thousands of displaced families multiply. Emilia-Romagna has been hit by severe flooding that has already claimed the lives of 9 people.. Water and mud flooded the municipalities of Cesena, Faenza and Lugo. The situation is also very serious in Cezanatico and Ravenna, where the waterfront is completely swallowed up and the coast is almost unrecognizable. The region received up to 200mm of rain and the situation does not appear to be improving. Almost everywhere the rivers overflowed their banks, and the prolonged drought finished the job: now, when the land is completely unable to absorb water due to the aridity of recent months, the situation has become unmanageable, and settlements have been forced to evacuate the population.
“We are facing another earthquake, I do not hesitate to use these words,” said the President of Emilia-Romagna Stefano Bonacchini, reminding journalists gathered at the headquarters of the Civil Protection of Bologna that “in three days there will be an 11th earthquake. anniversary of the 2012 earthquake. The first thought – “to the families of the victims: this is the only irreparable, we will restore everything else, as we did after the earthquake.” Meanwhile, the rain is not easing, and the high alert has been extended until tomorrow. Schools will remain closed in many municipalities, and trains continue to be shut down in many sections. It is too early to calculate the damage and understand the real needs of the population, but each of us can contribute. Here you are associations to contact to help flood victims in Emilia-Romagna in a safe and secure way.
Associations to which donations can be made for flood victims in Emilia-Romagna
Italian Red Cross
On the association’s website we read: “Bad weather does not loosen its grip: floods and floods have hit Emilia-Romagna hard. The Italian Red Cross has been involved in rescue operations and evacuation of the population since the first hours of the emergency, working to help the affected population and territories.
There are many people who have had to leave their homes, and the needs our volunteers tirelessly respond to are enormous. Your donation will allow us to always be at the forefront of this emergency, supporting the affected community and listening to every request for help.”
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civil protection
The Department of Civil Protection is a permanent institution that is mobilized in case of emergencies. His contribution was critical during the earthquake and in the management of the Covid emergency. Soon, he will activate a specific current account reserved for flood victims. We will notify you as soon as it is released.
Source: Elle