Latina officials estimate 40 million euros in flood damage

The municipality of Latina has submitted a provisional damage estimate of approximately 40 million euros to the Lazio Region following severe weather events on the night of October 20 and 21. The local administration is requesting that the area be officially recognized as a natural disaster zone to trigger regional emergency procedures and funding.

Public infrastructure sustained significant impacts. The Consorzio di Bonifica reported 7.6 million euros in damage to the hydraulic network, while the Asl di Latina suffered losses of approximately 7 million euros. Additionally, the municipal maintenance service reported 6 million euros in direct damages, the Province of Latina reported 1.5 million euros, and 300,000 euros are required to repair a landslide on the seafront road. The city has also allocated 170,000 euros to manage the resulting waste emergency.

Local officials, including Mayor Matilde Celentano, emphasized the need for regional support to restore safety and functionality to the territory. Technical teams continue to work on quantifying the full economic impact on private citizens, businesses, and agricultural enterprises.