Unusually Low Tides Dry Up Venice Canals, Scientists Say Italy May See Another Drought

The picturesque Venice, which usually attracts tourists for the canals that pass through the city is witnessing low tides grounding the boats and gondolas.

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Venice, where flooding is the primary concern, faces unusually low tides that are making it impossible for gondolas, water taxis and ambulances to navigate some of its famous canals. (Source: Getty)

The problems in Venice are being blamed on a combination of factors — the lack of rain, a high pressure system, a full moon and sea currents. (Source: Getty)

Scientists have stated that Italy may face another drought considering the Alps received less than half the normal snowfall this year. (Source: Getty)

The Po, Italy's longest river which runs from the Alps in the northwest to the Adriatic has 61% less water than normal at this time of year. (Source: Getty)

An anticyclone has been dominating the weather in western Europe for 15 days, bringing mild temperatures more normally seen in late spring. (Source: Getty)