Bologna is grappling with severe weather conditions, prompting an orange weather alert in the Emilia-Romagna region.

Schools, sports centers, and parks remain closed, and residents are urged to work from home and limit travel.

The city has been distributing sandbags to protect against potential flooding, as the ground is saturated and unable to absorb more rain.

The Bologna-Milan football match has been postponed, with discussions ongoing about playing at a neutral venue.

Concerns are heightened by a landslide in San Benedetto Val di Sambro, which has moved significantly, threatening nearby infrastructure.

Authorities are on high alert, with the situation expected to improve slightly over the weekend, though rain is forecast to continue into next week.