A severe storm struck the city of Parma between 5:00 and 6:00 PM this afternoon. Firefighters are currently deployed across multiple locations in the Emilia-based city, responding to numerous emergencies. These include reports of fallen trees, downed power lines, and extensive street flooding, particularly affecting the underpasses of the northern ring road.
Significant traffic disruptions have been reported. According to initial data, a month’s worth of rain—approximately 50 millimeters—fell within the span of an hour. This accumulation is equal to the average rainfall expected for the entire month of August.