Extreme Weather Events
Record Temperatures:
- Hottest recorded temperature: 102°F on March 9, 1996 and July 9, 2005.
- Coldest recorded night: 52°F on August 7, 2006.
Precipitation Events:
- Most rain in a single day: 14.29 inches on March 30, 2010.
- Significant flooding cases due to extreme rainfall:
- Cases of flooding have led to property damage and infrastructure issues, particularly around critical waterways like the Taro river.
Recent Flooding Incidents
- October 22, 2013: Heavy rains caused the Taro river to overflow, resulting in the flooding of five homes and requiring evacuations.
- March 2023: A landslide isolated Santa Maria del Taro, caused by continuous rainfall, disrupting transport and emergency services.
- September 2023: Another instance of severe rain led to the evacuation of families, highlighting vulnerability to flooding under extreme weather conditions.
Impact on Local Infrastructure
- Events have resulted in:
- Frequent road blockages (SP 359) due to landslides.
- Interruptions to electricity and essential services during flooding.
- A need for ongoing monitoring and emergency preparedness in the vicinity of rivers and during extreme weather events.
