Bardonecchia, a picturesque town in the Turin province, is facing a severe crisis as the Rio Frejus overflowed its banks, leading to tragic consequences and widespread disruption. The flooding has claimed the life of a 50-year-old man, whose body was discovered in the Rio Merdovine, approximately 400 meters from his van. This incident has plunged the community into mourning and raised concerns about the town's vulnerability to natural disasters.
In response to the emergency, Bardonecchia's mayor, Chiara Rossetti, has declared a maximum alert status, establishing a 'red zone' along the flooded stream. Residents have been ordered to stay indoors unless for emergency reasons, with particular emphasis on avoiding critical areas such as Via Einaudi and the Passeggiata Donatori di Sangue. The local authorities' swift action underscores the gravity of the situation and their commitment to ensuring public safety.
The flooding has also necessitated the evacuation of approximately 150 children from local summer camps, who have been relocated to the safety of the Palazzetto dello Sport, now serving as an emergency shelter. Additionally, ten individuals were evacuated from a residential building, and four motorists were rescued by firefighters, highlighting the extensive efforts to protect the community amidst the chaos.
Compounding the challenges, the adverse weather conditions have led to the closure of access ramps to Bardonecchia on the A32 Turin-Bardonecchia highway in both directions, further isolating the town. The ongoing severe weather is hampering rescue operations, leaving the community to brace for more potential upheaval as they reflect on the parallels to the devastating flood of August 2023, which left significant scars on the town's infrastructure and collective memory.
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