Severe Weather Alert in Reggio Calabria: Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected

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Severe Weather Alert in Reggio Calabria: Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Expected

Severe weather is approaching Reggio Calabria and the surrounding province. An Atlantic weather front, after affecting northern Italy and Tuscany, is moving southward into Central and Southern Italy. This front is expected to bring scattered rainfall, including thunderstorms.

Weather Alerts in Reggio Calabria

The regional Civil Protection Agency has issued a yellow weather alert. This warning is effective from midnight until 24:00 on Tuesday, November 18. It predicts heavy rain and thunderstorms will impact the entire region, including the city of Reggio Calabria.

Forecast Details

  • Time frame: Midnight to 24:00 on November 18
  • Conditions: Thunderstorms and heavy downpours
  • Wind: Strong gusts expected

According to the bulletin, severe rain is anticipated for the first hours and will continue for the next 18 to 24 hours. The coastal areas along the Tyrrhenian Sea in Calabria will be particularly affected.

Potential Risks

Severe weather phenomena may include storms that could develop into persistent downpours. These conditions raise concerns about significant impacts such as flooding, especially near rivers with large drainage basins.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant due to the possibility of rapid changes in weather and to prepare for emergency situations. Keep informed through local weather updates and heed advice from the authorities.