Storm Ciaran recently caused devastation in Europe, particularly affecting France, Belgium and Italy. Record rainfall and strong winds led to flooding, falling trees and transport disruptions.
In Italy, the storm killed six people in Tuscany, where the streets of many villages were transformed into torrents of water and mud. The government declared a state of emergency in the region and approved financial aid of five million euros to deal with the crisis. Vineyards are also affected by flooding, raising concerns for the wine sector.
In France, the storm left two dead, including a septuagenarian who fell in Le Havre and a truck driver killed when a tree fell on his truck. Hundreds of thousands of homes were left without electricity and transport was disrupted.
In Belgium, two people lost their lives due to falling trees caused by violent gusts of wind. In Portugal, the storm caused the sinking of a sailboat and the death of three people.
These extreme weather events once again highlight the consequences of climate change. Increasingly violent storms and periods of heavy rainfall have become commonplace, endangering people and the environment.
It is therefore essential to remain extremely vigilant and take measures to combat global warming. The transition to clean and sustainable energy, as well as the adoption of environmental preservation policies, are essential to prevent such events in the future.