EU Allocates $11 Billion for Storm Boris Recovery

In response to the destruction caused by Storm Boris, the European Union has pledged $11 billion for recovery efforts in regions affected by severe flooding. The storm has devastated buildings, bridges, and roads across Central and Eastern Europe, most recently impacting Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, where over a thousand people were evacuated. Towns in the central region of Marche reported significant flooding, with two individuals still missing. Rescue operations are ongoing, and although the weather has improved, concerns remain high regarding the long-term implications of such extreme weather events, now deemed 'the new normal.' Notably, Emilia-Romagna has faced similar, catastrophic floods only 16 months ago, which resulted in numerous fatalities and extensive damage. This surge in severe weather patterns has raised alarms, prompting discussions on cross-border collaboration as storms tend to move through multiple countries. Local communities, particularly those reliant on agriculture, are in urgent need of support to recover from these disasters. The EU's financial assistance aims to accelerate recovery efforts and bolster infrastructure, enhancing resilience against future weather-induced challenges.