Four-Day Shutdown of Florence Rail Hub Triggers National Service Disruptions
Wildfires on Gargano and in Molise Cut Roads, Rail and Strand 500 Train Passengers
Grass-Fire Shuts Rome’s GRA Ring Road Between Laurentina and Pontina Exits
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Campania Issues 20-Hour Yellow Weather Alert for Heavy Thunderstorms
The Regional Civil Protection agency has placed Campania under a yellow alert from 26 July 14:00 to 27 July 10:00 for intense thunderstorms and strong winds. Flights, ferries and commuter trains may face short-notice delays or cancellations; travellers through Naples are advised to monitor operators’ apps and build extra buffer time.
Police Expel Three French Activists at Piedmont Border Ahead of No-TAV March
Three French citizens carrying fireworks and cutting equipment were stopped near Chiomonte and expelled from Italy ahead of Saturday’s No-TAV march. The incident underscores the strict security posture in the Susa Valley and the possibility of further removals under EU public-order provisions.
Eight-Hour Bus Strike Disrupts Sardinia’s ARST Services on 25 July
UGL-affiliated bus drivers halted services across Sardinia for eight hours on 25 July, affecting airport and resort transfers. Travellers should expect crowded services and consider private transport until timetables stabilise.
Italian Embassy in Islamabad Introduces Waiting-List System for Work and Family Visas
On 25 July the Italian Embassy in Islamabad launched a new portal and waiting-list system for visa appointments, promising fairer allocation while cracking down on appointment-scalping. Sponsors should update candidate guidance and watch processing times.