The Formula 1 will make an immediate donation of 1 million euros to the Agency for Territorial Security and Civil Protection of the Emilia-Romagna Region to support the communities affected by the floods in the region, the agency announced through a statement.
The race scheduled for this weekend had to be canceled due to the incessant rains in the northwest of Italy, which have left at least 8 deaths and numerous material damages. And given the situation, F1 has not stood idly by and announced the economic donation for the affected areas. “I was born and raised in the wonderful lands of Emilia Romagna, a place that is experiencing some of the saddest moments in its history,” he explains. Stefano Domenicalipresident and Formula 1 CEO, who adds: “The situation facing communities in the region is dire, but I know that the resilience and passion of the people of the region, like so many across Italy, will prevail during this crisis. We must do everything we can to support them at this difficult time and that is why we are donating to help support relief efforts on the ground. My thoughts, on behalf of the entire Formula 1 community, are with all those affected and we want to thank the emergency services for their incredible work.”
FerrariFor his part, he also wanted to show his supportive side in his country and has also announced economic donations that are in line with those of the F1. “Ferrari supports the community affected by the floods and is donating 1 million euros to the Agency for Territorial Security and Civil Protection of the Emilia-Romagna Region, joining the regional fundraising campaign,” announces the house of Maranello through their official channels.
Frederic Vasseurhead of the scuderia, he completed: “On behalf of everyone who works at Scuderia Ferrari, I would like to express our deepest condolences to all those affected by this terrible tragedy. Emilia-Romagna is our homeland and it’s heartbreaking to see what people are going through right now.”
