Floods and high winds hit France as storm Nils sweeps in

Storm Nils has battered southwestern France, bringing heavy rain, winds up to 150 km/h, and widespread flooding. Rivers like the Gironde have breached, submerging towns and roads, while power outages affect around 850,000 homes. Coastal erosion and damage to trees, homes, and infrastructure extend to Italy and Spain, highlighting the growing intensity and frequency of storms linked to climate change.

Source: France 24

Scroll to Top