– Floods reported in Ticino
Residents of Prato-Sornico and the Ticino Valley were asked to evacuate this Sunday morning due to flooding.
An aerial view in the canton of Grisons after flooding, June 23, 2024.
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An appeal to evacuate homes near the Maggia River was issued early Sunday morning for residents of Prato-Sornico and the Ticino Valley. Several floods have been reported in the area after heavy rain, Swissalert reports.
Cellars and underground garages should be avoided in the areas concerned, specifies the Confederation alert site. It is also recommended not to approach watercourses and not to drive or cycle through flooded streets.
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