Tornado in France injures 41 people, damages hundreds of homes
Summary
A tornado struck a village in southwestern France, injuring 41 people and damaging around 300 homes. The severe storm caused power outages, transportation delays, and the cancellation of a cycling race stage in the region.Key Facts
- The tornado hit the village of Pomas, which has about 1,000 residents.
- Around 300 homes were damaged, with some losing their roofs.
- 41 people were injured, and 15 were hospitalized, including a pregnant woman.
- Winds reached up to 73 miles per hour near the affected area.
- Over 120 emergency responders worked at the site.
- The storm disrupted trains, roads, and airports in multiple southern French cities and even Paris.
- About 2,800 homes lost electricity across 10 villages due to the storms.
- France typically experiences several dozen tornadoes each year.
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