Italy Under Water? Rivers Burst as 100 Residents Forced From Homes | World

Italy floods have intensified as torrential rainfall triggers overflowing rivers, landslides, road closures and evacuations across Tuscany and neighbouring regions.More than 350mm of rain in 36 hours was reported in Minucciano, in the Garfagnana area of Tuscany. The Serchio River reached a reported peak flow of approximately 1,180 cubic metres per second, overflowing onto State Road SS12 near Borgo a Mozzano.Around 100 people were displaced after landslides isolated the villages of Casette and Forno in Massa. The Frigido River overflowed near Massa, while the Bardine stream flooded parts of Lunigiana.The emergency is also affecting neighbouring Liguria. Firefighters evacuated 60 workers in La Spezia, while residents near the Magra River received precautionary instructions as water levels increased.Italy's weather warnings have continued into November 13. Orange flood-risk alerts are in place across parts of Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna, with authorities monitoring the Secchia, Panaro and Reno rivers.Strong winds, rough seas, further river rises and landslides remain concerns as emergency services continue their response.Watch the latest developments from Italy's flooding emergency, including the worst-hit areas, evacuation operations and updated weather warnings.LATEST UPDATE: NOVEMBER 13, 2026Subscribe for breaking international news, extreme weather, floods, earthquakes and major global developments.