Venice submerged in record-setting flood water

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    Flooded Venice Faces Another Tidal Surge

    San Marco square remains covered in flood water days after the second highest tide since 1966 on November 15, 2019 in Venice, Italy. More than 80 percent of the city was flooded after Tuesday's high tide of 187cm, the highest level in more than 50 years, leading the government to declare a state of emergency. A second high tide on Friday meant that the iconic St. Mark's Square would remain closed, along with many shops and schools. (Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

    More than 80 per cent of Venice, Italy is submerged, as flood waters rise during high tide. Nov. 15 saw the second highest tide in the city since 1966, reaching 187 cm. The government has declared a state of emergency. Many shops and schools are closed, as well as landmarks such as St. Mark’s Square.

    There are 50,000 residents who live in Venice year-round, and while tourists are still seen posing in the streets and taking selfies, Venetians are expressing worry that the flooding has got worse in the last 20 years. Some experts anticipate Venice could be completely underwater in the next 100 years.

    “We have been in this emergency for days and we just can’t put up with it any more,” said Venetian resident Nava Naccara to Reuters.

    According to a video released by Mayor Luigi Brugnaro, it could cost up to €1 billion to repair the damage to the city.