Italy’s Worst Flooding in Decades Kills 11, Forces Hundreds to Evacuate

Devastating floods in central Italy have killed at least 11 people and forced hundreds to evacuate their homes, as torrential downpours caused rivers to burst their banks.

The flooding, which began on Thursday, has caused widespread damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure in the Marche and Umbria regions.

Several towns have been cut off by the rising waters, and rescue workers are using boats and helicopters to reach stranded residents.

The Italian government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas, and Prime Minister Mario Draghi has visited the region to assess the damage.

The flooding is the worst to hit Italy in decades, and it comes as the country is still reeling from a deadly earthquake in the central region last year.