Bad weather in Lombardy: a Milano extraordinary closure of fenced parks until August 31st

Bad weather in Lombardy: a Milano extraordinary closure of fenced parks until August 31st.

After the violent storm that hit the city of Milano on the night between 24 and 25 July, and given the possibility of new weather alerts, the Municipality of Milano – for safety reasons, to prevent potential dangers and preserve the safety of people – has issued a union ordinance, in force from 29 July until 31 August 2023, which establishes the closure of fenced parks to the public. Access to all other green areas remains permitted but it is forbidden to park near or under trees and plants that show obvious signs of damage.

In the event of a weather warning for thunderstorms, rain, wind or hail, attendance is prohibited it also extends to unenclosed green areas. As regards commercial activities located near green areas, such as bars and restaurants with terraces and dehors, the ordinance requires them to promptly report to the Civil Protection any dangers that can be detected visually and - in the case of damaged trees, plants or branches. – not to use stalls in these areas. The areas in which i markets are, instead, excluded from the ordinance because it has already been subject to specific verification by the Administration. Local police officers are on duty to inform citizens and enforce the ordinance.