Ski resorts in northern Italy are reopening for the winter season after prolonged shutdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, although a recent rise in infections is spreading worries over possible new restrictions. Fabio Sacco, the president of the Skirama consortium that brings together several resorts in the Trentino-Alto Adige region, said he had been waiting to restart since March last year, when Italy imposed a lockdown. Italy has also seen a rise in daily cases in recent weeks, especially in some northern areas where many ski slopes are located. Skiers, enjoying clear blue skies and perfect skiing conditions, were feeling upbeat about the forthcoming winter season. (This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

Source: The North Africa Journal November 20, 2021 14:16 UTC