A late afternoon storm impacted the Pomo commune in the foothills of the Pyrenees, primarily causing damage to rooftops, according to local prefecture reports. Following the weather event, approximately 2,800 households remained without electricity as of Monday evening, and several roadways were obstructed by fallen tree limbs. Residents whose homes sustained damage were provided with temporary accommodation, and over 120 volunteers were mobilized to assist with clean-up operations across the affected area.
In the South of France, the weather conditions were severe, with reports indicating that a powerful tornado tore through numerous homes, resulting in multiple injuries. The intense storm system also significantly disrupted regional air traffic. The transport minister, Philippe Tabarot, confirmed delays and flight cancellations at major airports including Nice, Bordeaux, Marseille, Toulouse, and Paris.
The National Meteorological Service, Meteo-France, reported that wind speeds near the nearby village of Arques-la-Bataille reached as high as 117 kilometers per hour. These incidents highlight the widespread disruption caused by the severe weather across the region. Authorities are continuing to manage the aftermath, focusing on restoring essential services and assessing the full scope of the structural damage caused by the inclement weather.
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