Acqua Alta

Acqua Alta is a natural phenomenon that occurs in Venice, Italy, where the water level rises and floods parts of the city. This happens when an astronomical tide coincides with a strong south-east wind, low air pressures, and the Adriatic's oscillating currents. The flooding is usually short-lived, lasting only a few hours, and the city has measures in place to mitigate its effects, such as raised walkways and flood warnings. Visitors can still move around the city during high water, and the phenomenon can even add to the city's unique atmosphere. The city's tide monitoring and forecast center provides up-to-date information on tidal forecasts, and visitors can check the forecasts to plan their activities accordingly