Po river choked by algae bloom as Italy battles heat and navigability woes

Italy's Po River in Turin is choked with thick algae, with Euronews reporting that weeks of sustained heat have accelerated its spread along the country's longest waterway. The dense covering has created navigability challenges, prompting authorities to step up their cleanup efforts.

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