Rome issues storm warning on Friday 17 July

Weather alert in place for 9-12 hours today in Rome and Lazio region.

Rome has issued a weather alert, following a warning from the regional civil protection agency, from late morning on Friday 17 July, in the capital and the Lazio region.

Over the following 9-12 hours heavy rainfall can be expected in Lazio, with the possibility of thunderstorms particularly in eastern and southern areas.

For more details see Rome city website.

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