Lake Garda in the north of Italy has seen record low water levels, with the small island of San Biagio now accessible via an exposed pathway. The country has faced a drop in rainfall, particularly in north, with Venice facing low tides and dried up canals. In July last year, Italy suffered its worst drought for 70 years and declared a state of emergency in the areas surrounding the Po river.
Venice canals start to run dry as low tide and lack of rain hit