France hit by more than 35 days of rain
Summary
France recorded over 35 days of continuous rain, the longest streak since 1959. Some areas are facing a high risk of floods, and more rain from Storm Pedro is expected to worsen the situation.Key Facts
- France had over 35 continuous days of rain, breaking a record set in 2023.
- Meteo-France is the national weather service of France.
- Four areas in western France are on red alert due to flood risks.
- Storm Pedro is expected to bring more rain to Western Europe.
- Lucie Chadourne-Facon leads the flood alert service, Vigicrues.
- Bordeaux's mayor activated the city's emergency plan for the first time since 1999.
- A person went missing after a canoe overturned in Chalonnes-sur-Loire.
- Nine other areas are on orange alert, indicating a serious weather threat.
- Drier weather is expected from Friday, but flooding might continue.
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