Varzo, Italy - August 29, 2025 Firefighters in Verbania Cusio Ossola are working to secure areas hit by a landslide caused by severe weather on August 29, 2025. Teams using heavy machinery are clearing debris from riverbanks and local channels, aiming to prevent further damage and restore safety. A drone video from the affected zone reveals the full scale of the disaster, capturing the upper slopes where soil and rocks detached and the debris-strewn areas below. Officials are using the footage to monitor for potential secondary collapses. The operation highlights the challenges posed by extreme weather events and the urgency of rapid response to protect people and infrastructure.