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Italy: Nearly €1 Billion in Damages from Severe Weather, Latest Estimates Show

Published January 22, 2026, 18:15
Italy: Nearly €1 Billion in Damages from Severe Weather, Latest Estimates Show

The severe weather that hit Italy, particularly Sicily and Sardinia, has caused damage estimated at almost €1 billion. In Sicily, the damage assessment reaches €720 million, and immediate financial aid of €70 million has already been secured to address immediate needs. In Sardinia, the damage is estimated at hundreds of millions of euros, and immediate financial support has been requested from the central government. The severe weather also caused significant damage to the archaeological heritage of the Italian islands.