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Tornado Kills One, Leaves Over 100,000 Homes Powerless in Northern France
24 Oct
Summary
- Tornado strikes Val-d'Oise, northern France, causing widespread damage
- Heavy rain and strong winds leave over 100,000 homes without power in Paris region
- Australia hit by ferocious winds, two people die in violent surf
On October 24th, 2025, a tornado struck the town of Ermont in northern France, about 12 miles northeast of Paris, causing widespread damage. The tornado, which was part of a severe storm system, toppled construction cranes, damaged buildings, and uprooted trees. One person was killed, and four others were critically injured in the incident.
The same day, heavy showers and a possible tornado also hit parts of the UK, particularly the town of Dereham in Norfolk, where several homes were damaged, though no injuries were reported.
Later in the week, northern France faced further severe weather as Storm Benjamin, a deep Atlantic low-pressure system, brought heavy rain and strong winds to the region. Meteo-France placed Paris and nearby areas under yellow-orange alerts, with coastal gusts reaching 70 mph. The heavy rainfall and strong winds left more than 100,000 homes without power.
Across the globe, Australia also endured ferocious winds as a low-pressure system moved east from South Australia into Victoria. Gusts of up to 75 mph caused major power outages across Melbourne and felled hundreds of trees. The combination of heat and wind also heightened wildfire risks, leading to the imposition of fire bans. Tragically, two people died in violent surf at Melbourne Beach, prompting the cancellation of the Geelong Cup.
