At least eight people are dead and thousands displaced after torrential rains batter northern Italian region of Emilia Romagna
Cars were submerged and in areas where the water had receded, the streets were filled with thick mud and debris.
At least 5,000 people have been evacuated from the area, Civil Protection Minister Nello Musumeci said.Over 10,000 people have been evacuated, authorities said, including some 3,000 in Bologna and 5,000 in Ravenna. Around 50,000 people were without electricity.Authorities are warning residents in the areas affected that the downpour could continue for another 12 hours.
“The decision has been taken because it is not possible to safely hold the event for our fans, the teams and our personnel,” said the Formula 1 organisers in a statement.
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