After the race in Imola was canceled due to severe storms, Formula 1 donated one million euros to support the communities affected by the floods.
“We must do everything we can to support them at this difficult time and that is why we are making donations to support local relief efforts,” said Formula 1 Managing Director Stefano Domenicali in a statement.
The Italian himself comes from the crisis region of Emilia-Romagna. “The situation of the communities is terrible, but I know that the resilience and passion of the people will win in the crisis,” said Domenicali: “My thoughts on behalf of the entire Formula 1 are with everyone affected and we would like to thank the emergency services for their incredible Thank you for your efforts.”
Money should be in climate protection projects flow
After the severe storms, the Ferrari racing team had previously donated one million euros for emergency aid. The money is intended to benefit those affected by the floods and primarily go to environmental and climate protection projects.
The organizers canceled the World Championship race scheduled for Sunday due to the consequences of heavy rain and flooding in the Emilia-Romagna region. The area has been hit by severe storms since Tuesday.