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The current situation of the affected villages
The Emilia Romagna Region is facing one of the most difficult challenges in its recent history. Recent floods have devastated numerous villages and towns, leaving a trail of destruction and hardship. Michele De Pascale, President of the Region, described the situation as “dramatic,” stressing that radical intervention is needed to restore normality. Citizens, many of whom have lost everything, are demanding concrete and timely responses.
A Call for Bureaucratic Simplification
De Pascale highlighted the importance of simplifying bureaucratic procedures to speed up reconstruction. “We cannot pass the buck to municipalities,” he said, noting that mayors, like that of Modigliana, are facing an unsustainable situation. Bureaucracy, often slow and complex, is a significant obstacle to implementing the necessary works. It is essential that the government and local institutions work together to streamline procedures and ensure that the allocated funds are used effectively and in a timely manner.
The Role of Government and the Need for Trust
The president also highlighted how the government has allocated more resources than the current bureaucratic procedures can distribute. “We need to regain confidence,” he said, addressing citizens and businesses who feel abandoned. Hope for recovery is essential to community morale, and De Pascale pledged to work to improve procedures and ensure that funds reach where they are most needed. Reconstruction is not just a matter of infrastructure, but also of rebuilding the bond of trust between institutions and citizens.