France is currently grappling with severe weather conditions as waves of storms continue to affect various regions. The meteorological agency, Météo France, has placed 21 departments on yellow alert, indicating the potential for storms across the northern and eastern borders of the country, including areas from Alsace to the Mediterranean and Corsica. These storms are expected to bring significant rainfall, with some regions experiencing up to a month's worth of rain in just a few hours.
As the storms roll in, the PACA region is bracing for heavy thunderstorms, with five departments under orange alert for the risk of storms, rain, and flooding. The rainfall intensity is predicted to exceed 10 mm/h, particularly in the southern regions. While temperatures remain mild, they are below seasonal norms, with the eastern half of France experiencing slightly warmer conditions. The storms are expected to gradually move and calm down in the South-East, but the North-East will continue to face thunderstorms.
Looking ahead, the weather forecast indicates a brief lull on Friday, but unsettled weather is expected to return over the weekend, with heavy rain likely to impact most of France. Residents are advised to stay informed and prepared as meteorological conditions remain volatile.
