Sardinia paralyzed by drought and lack of drinking water. Temperatures of up to 40 degrees are expected on the island in the coming days.
Sardinia paralyzed by drought and lack of drinking water. For several weeks, temperatures have continued to rise and are expected to reach 40 degrees in the coming days, while the last rains date back several weeks.
Local authorities have declared a state of emergency until December 31. The region’s president said the extraordinary measures were necessary to contain the effects of the ongoing water crisis.
The shortage of drinking water has significantly affected agricultural and industrial activities, the tourism sector and the daily lives of local residents.
Italian Senator Marco Meloni calls for long-term strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change and drought on Italian islands.