Foreign Office warns UK Tourists face risks floods in Italy

Foreign Office warns UK Tourists face risks floods in Italy, Hungary, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and other places in Europe.

The Foreign Office advises “caution” and warns UK visitors that there are “risks” in Italy.

There are “risks” for UK tourists, the Foreign Office has cautioned, adding, “check with your tour operator” for more details.

It occurs as flooding engulfs the European Union, affecting Hungary, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, Italy, and other places.

The Emilia-Romagna region is currently experiencing severe flooding, the Foreign Office warned.

Riverbanks, green spaces prone to floods, and standing water can all pose hazards.

There is no longer any rail service between Porto Maggiore and Ravenna, nor between Faenza and Forli.

It continues, saying: “Learn what you can do to be ready for and react to severe weather and natural disasters.

Visit the European Meteorological Services website for information on severe weather alerts.

There is a chance of wildfires over the long summer months. They are erratic and quite dangerous.

If you plan to Tour a region that is affected, make sure you check the most recent advisories and weather prediction and heed the advise of local authorities.

When travelling through or Touring wooded regions, use caution and notify the authorities of any flames.

“For information on what to do in the event of a wildfire, visit the Civil Protection Department.”

“Heavy rainfall is common throughout Italy in winter, which can cause local flooding,” the statement went on.

Observe local media, weather reports, and local authorities’ guidance.

“High waters are a common occurrence in Venice and can cause flooding in parts of the city.”

It continued by saying that a large portion of Italy is situated along a significant seismic fault line, meaning that small earthquakes and tremors occur frequently.

“Local authorities have increased the alert levels for both Etna and Stromboli in the south of Italy due to volcanic activity,”

The statement on volcanoes read. Whenever there is a volcanic eruption, heed the authorities in your area.

“Airspace can be affected during eruptions.”

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