Good morning from Pistoia. Here are seven local developments to know on Saturday, August 22, with practical information for residents and visitors.
1. Recovery work continues after the storm
Municipal teams and emergency services are still dealing with fallen trees, localized flooding and targeted power outages after the violent wind and rain. Via Fiorentina remained closed between Via Gorizia and the Arca bridge roundabout while crews secured the area; Via Grammatica e Casina was also closed near Via di Collina in Vinacciano. Residents should continue to check official traffic updates before travelling. Source: Report Pistoia, reporting the Comune di Pistoia update.
2. Pistoia dog shelter launches an urgent appeal
All dogs are safe after the storm, but the Rifugio del Cane on Via Agati suffered extensive damage to kennels, structures and roofing. Volunteers have opened a fundraising appeal to restore secure accommodation as quickly as possible. Anyone wishing to help should use the verified donation details published by the shelter and local press. Source: Report Pistoia.
3. Major water-supply interruption moved to Monday
Publiacqua has postponed work in southern Pistoia to Monday, August 24 because of the bad weather. Water service is due to stop from 7:30 a.m. across a large area including Via Bonellina, Via Pratese, Via Gorizia, Via Guicciardini and dozens of surrounding streets. A water tanker will be placed near the Misericordia car park on Via Bonellina, and normal service is expected late in the evening. Source: Report Pistoia / Publiacqua notice.
4. Speed enforcement resumes on the Montalese
The speed camera at the entrance to Santomato is active again, monitoring both directions around the clock under the 50 km/h limit. The local residents’ committee supports stronger speed control but says further measures are needed, including safer crossings, improved lighting and traffic-calming infrastructure. Drivers should take particular care on the approach from Montale. Source: La Nazione – Pistoia.
5. Montecatini studies citywide door-to-door waste collection
Montecatini Terme is assessing a complete shift from street bins to door-to-door collection across all districts. The plan would replace the current mixed system, introduce RFID-tagged kits and strengthen independent monitoring of Alia’s performance. No implementation date has yet been announced; the municipality is first reviewing contracts, costs and coordination with other Valdinievole councils. Source: La Nazione – Montecatini.
6. Alia acknowledges missed collections in San Marcello Piteglio
Plures Alia has recognized serious service difficulties over the Ferragosto weekend, when waste accumulated at several collection points for roughly four days. The company attributed the disruption to holiday treatment-plant closures and a sharp rise in visitor numbers. Mayor Luca Marmo called the situation unacceptable and said the future structure of the service would be reviewed. Source: Il Tirreno – Pistoia.
7. A 199-year-old mountain tradition returns Sunday
The Macchia Antonini midsummer festival takes place on Sunday, August 23 in San Marcello Piteglio. The programme includes Mass at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., the traditional watermelon gathering with the municipal band at 4 p.m., a market, food stands and historical and wildlife photography displays. The celebration dates to 1827; organizers say it will be cancelled in bad weather. Source: Report Pistoia.
This briefing was prepared from local reporting and official information available on the morning of August 22, 2026. Conditions, road closures and service schedules may change; consult the relevant authority before setting out.