Severe Storms Hit Brescia: Trees Down, Flooding, and Orange Alert Issued

Storm Impacts Across Bassa Bresciana, Valtenesi, and Lake Garda

The severe weather system swept across the region shortly before 6:30 a.m., targeting the Bassa bresciana, Valtenesi, and Lake Garda zones with uprooted trees and localized flooding, according to local reports. In Cigole, Manerbio, Pontevico, Pralboino, and Leno, fallen trees blocked roadways and disrupted local traffic. Municipal authorities in Manerbio closed sections of via Cremona and via Strada per Cadignano, alongside the local cemetery, following tree collapses. Further north along Lake Iseo, heavy runoff caused street flooding in Provaglio d’Iseo and Clusane, while high winds tore roof tiles off buildings in Muscoline. Along Lake Garda, a strong downburst in Gargnano snapped a large branch from a historic tree onto a roadway, prompting immediate clearance operations by emergency responders.

Civil Protection Issues Orange Weather Alert for Lombardy

The morning storm marks the beginning of a broader wave of severe weather forecasted for the region. According to the Protezione Civile della Lombardia, an orange weather alert remains active for the entire day, warning of multiple incoming storm fronts. Meteorological bulletins indicate that subsequent storm cells will bring organized heavy rainfall, intense wind gusts, and potential hail to southern and western sectors. Forecasts project cumulative rainfall totals between 100 and 130 millimeters over a 24-hour period, with localized peaks reaching up to 200 millimeters primarily concentrated over western pre-Alpine areas. Emergency services remain on high alert as crews continue to clear debris and monitor developing weather patterns across the province.