Sicily endures catastrophic flooding as a severe storm unleashes a year’s rainfall in 12 hours, sweeping cars to sea and prompting emergency rescues amid climate crisis-fueled extremes.

Local media reported on Wednesday that a serious flood situation prevails in Sicily following intense rainfall. In numerous areas, streets have transformed into raging rivers, carrying away cars. The fire department is aiding drivers and passengers stranded in their vehicles.

Firefighters help flood victims as heavy rains hit the island of Sicily:: Acireale, Italy:: November 13, 2024:: Giarre, Italy In Acireale, near Catania, a person was rescued after a swollen river flooded the ground floor of a house where four people,

The heavy rainfall in recent hours has caused flooding in the region, resulting in significant material damage.