It comes after local media reported around 1,000 residents were evacuated in the northern region following torrential rains. Three of the region's provinces have been hit by flooded rivers and local mayors have asked people to stay on upper floors or leave their houses.

The storm has hit the north-east and central regions of Italy, days after causing widespread flooding in central Europe.

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