(Bloomberg) -- Thunderstorms packing torrential rains triggered flooding across a number of Italian cities, disrupting flights and forcing the authorities to close schools, markets and other public areas.

Italian authorities issue a red weather alert after heavy rains swell rivers:: March 14, 2025:: Florence, ItalyRiver Arno, usually a tranquil waterway in the historical city of Florence, was swollen beyond its usual banks with rapid currents carrying an assortment of debris including branches and a car tire.