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It was interesting to see for one night, but any more might have been a problem. I suppose we just would've bought boots and gone on... Leave a Comment
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When we were eating one night we encountered a family from Louisiana who had been in Interlaken (they pronounced it with a long "a"). They said it was raining so much there that they decided to come to Venice. We left the next morning and found this photo in one of the newspapers. We found it amusing that they had come to avoid the rain, but I am sure they were not amused in the least! Leave a Comment
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On occassions, during winter especially, you will get the Aqua Alta in venice.
This is where due to the high tide the water rises to the extent of flooding the squares and walk ways. This is more of an issue around the low lying areas such as St Marks square.
However the local council is very well organised and wooden walkways are erected to enable the people to keep there feet dry.
One Dec 28th 2005 we took the following pics with a little flooding in St marks Square.
The website below gives forecast of expected water levels - Leave a Comment
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When the Adriatic is at high tide or there has been heavy rainfall, Venice suffers from high water levels(aqua alta). Particularly prevalent in the winter months. The lowest parts of Venice get flooded. The locals just don plastic sacks on their feet, held by elastic bands.
But not to worry - those umbrella vendors appear selling rubber boots instead.
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When a very high tide combines with low atmospheric pressure and strong scirocco wind, there is the risk of Acqua alta, or "high water" (+ 90 mm above normal high tide.), first of all in the months of October, November, and December.
This is only a fun if you are prepared with wellies - but sometimes the flood is so high you need thigh-high waders or else you must be prepared to stay indoors until the tide lowers. Fortunately the flooding in Venice is tidal and will go down within 12 hours.
When there is going to be an exceptionally high tide, a siren is sounded over the whole city in plenty of time to warn you to get to where you need to be.
The most extreme acqua alta in 22 years, was on December 1, 2008, when the water level reached 156 cm and flooded more than 90% of the city.
In the near future the global warming may cause a bigger threat by the rising sea level. There are some projects on the way with the intention, to turn the Lagoon into a freshwater lake by closing off it from the sea.
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They will convince you to eat the fish of the day (8euro/per 100g). Little do you know that they will serve you a 700g fish and you will end up paying 56euros for terrible fish in a diner type of restaurant. Please avoid and please don't be fooled. The food is awful here including the pasta.
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 Acqua alta poster - info
about new warning signals by suvanki
So, first a siren is used to alert everyone of the high tide alarm.
Next, a signal indicates the expected level of high tide - this signal has between 1 and 4 notes.
1 long sound (8 seconds) on the same note = 110cm level of high tide
2 sounds in an upward scale (4 + 8 seconds) = 120cm " " " "
3 sounds in an upward scale (4+4+8 seconds) = 130cm " " " "
4 sounds in an upward scale (4+4+4+8 seconds) = 140cm and above
So, you need to count the sounds, to know the expected level.
These signals are repeated several times.
Apparently these alerts can be sent by text message - I was wondering how those with hearing difficulties managed, now I know. Leave a Comment
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In the fall, especially in October and November, it very often happens that the tide rises and the water overflows the banks of the canals, flooding the city: the foundations, the alleyways, the fields, the ground floor of the houses, the churches and the shops. The rising water is a problem for the Venetians but it is an unusual, exciting experience for tourists as it is a unique event. Seeing Piazza San Marco flooded by a still lake of water is most certainly a unique, magical moment, which has been immortalized several times over the years by famous photographers.
Do not be bewildered by “acqua alta”: you can still visit the city by using the wooden walkways.
For information, visit the website of the Centro Maree (Tide Forecasts and Reporting Centre) or call 041.2411996. Leave a Comment
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 the flood boardwalks set up by jelw
The waters are known to get pretty dirty, use caution and make sure to wash any flood waters off you with fresh water.
It is also important to be considerate of the locals and allow them to continue protecting and preserving their property without disruption from the tourists. Many locals want you to stay and enjoy the beauty and shopping Venice affords but they must go about protection first. For more on aqua Alta please see my Intro to Venice. Leave a Comment
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Occasionally the water level rises above the level of the squares and streets flooding them. Acqua alta, or high water is likely to happen between late september and april; especially during the months of october, november and december.
When the city is flooded you can walk on the raised platforms that are placed for that purpose or buy a pair of rubber boots. Leave a Comment
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