NAPLES, Campania – A yellow weather alert has been issued by the Civil Protection of the Campania Region, in collaboration with the Functional Center, forecasting intense storms across the region from 6 AM on Tuesday, December 23rd, until 6 AM on Wednesday, December 24th. The alert warns of heavy rainfall and potential localized downpours, putting Christmas Eve at risk for severe weather conditions.
Affected Areas and Expected Impacts
The hydrogeological criticality is expected to affect several alert zones within Campania. These include Zone 1 (Piana Campana, Naples, Islands, Vesuvius Area), Zone 2 (Alto Volturno and Matese), Zone 3 (Sorrento-Amalfi Peninsula, Monti di Sarno and Monti Picentini), Zone 5 (Tusciano and Alto Sele), Zone 6 (Piana Sele and Alto Cilento), and Zone 8 (Basso Cilento).
The perturbation is anticipated to first impact the northern quadrants of the region before extending to the central and southern areas. The primary consequences of the heavy precipitation on the ground may include:
- Possible flooding
- Rising water levels in watercourses
- Runoff on roadways
- Rockfalls
- Landslides due to the fragile nature of the territory
Local municipalities within the affected alert zones have been reminded to activate their COC (Municipal Operations Centers) and to implement all necessary structural and non-structural measures. These actions are crucial for preventing, counteracting, and mitigating the anticipated phenomena, in line with their respective municipal civil protection plans.
Precautionary Measures and Local Authority Directives
The Civil Protection urges residents in the identified risk areas to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities. It is advised to avoid unnecessary travel, secure outdoor objects, and monitor official weather updates. The activation of Municipal Operations Centers (COC) by local councils is a key step in coordinating emergency responses and ensuring public safety during this period of heightened weather risk.
The alert underscores the importance of preparedness, especially as the region approaches the festive Christmas period. The collaboration between the Regional Civil Protection and the Functional Center aims to provide timely warnings and facilitate an effective response to potential weather-related emergencies.
Further updates on the weather situation and any additional safety recommendations will be communicated through official channels as the situation evolves. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and adhere to all directives from civil protection authorities.
