In brief
A sudden tornado tore across the Sicilian city of Marsala and the nearby town of Petrosino, causing significant damage and injuring two residents. Local media reported the high winds flipped cars and toppled structures, while emergency services responded rapidly. Witnesses describe the spiraling cloud moving across the skyline at speeds surpassing 80 km/h. Meteorological agencies warn that similar severe weather is still expected in parts of the central Mediterranean, urging residents to monitor updates.
A sudden, high‑speed tornado tore through the Sicilian city of Marsala and the nearby coastal town of Petrosino early Friday, leaving a trail of damage and two people injured.
Destruction at a glance: The funnel, visible on live footage, brought winds estimated above 80 km/h. It flipped cars, topples power lines, and fan‑shaped debris strewn across streets, mirroring the devastation seen in North American tornadoes. Emergency services rushed to the scene, treating the wounded and clearing toppled vehicles.
Eyewitness accounts describe a roar that rolled over the city before the clouds disappeared, leaving a stunned population. Local reports confirm that buildings sustained roof damage and several homes were rendered uninhabitable.
In the aftermath, meteorologists say the current thunderstorm activity was a rare but isolated event for Sicily, but they warn that additional storms could arrive across the central Mediterranean. Residents are advised to stay indoors until official safety bulletins are released, and to keep an eye on local weather broadcasts.
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