Concerns over low water levels, pollution in Italy's lakes and rivers | Video
As temperatures fall in the wake of July's heatwave in Italy, there is relief for residents but also growing concern about the state of the country's lakes and rivers. A severe drought last year and a dry winter had already left water levels low in many of Italy's most important rivers, and environmental groups are now also sounding the alarm about increased pollution levels. Giles Gibson reports.
As temperatures fall in the wake of July's heatwave in Italy, there is relief for residents but also growing concern about the state of the country's lakes and rivers. A severe drought last year and a dry winter had already left water levels low in many of Italy's most important rivers, and environmental groups are now also sounding the alarm about increased pollution levels. Giles Gibson reports.