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November 14, 2019

Mayor of Venice, Italy, Blames Climate Crisis for "Apocalyptic" Flooding
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In Italy, the mayor of Venice has declared a state of emergency after
high tides and heavy winds brought floodwaters to nearly 90% of the
ancient city. It's Venice's worst flooding in 50 years and the second
worst on record. At least two people have died, while the famed St.
Mark's Square was submerged by over three feet of water. Officials say
the floods have caused hundreds of millions of euros' worth of damage to
historic buildings - many of which may never be repaired. Venice's mayor
called the flooding "apocalyptic" and said climate change was to blame.
Scientists predict that Venice could be completely submerged by the end
of the century if climate change continues at its current pace.


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