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Corsica Floods: 2 Dead as Storm Sweeps Vehicle Away
6 Nov
Summary
- Two individuals perished when their car was washed away by floodwaters.
- Heavy rainfall of up to 350 mm triggered significant flooding concerns.
- The adverse weather conditions have prompted official warnings across the region.
Two fatalities occurred on the French island of Corsica when floodwaters, driven by heavy rainfall, carried away a vehicle. The incident tragically claimed two lives. Rescuers managed to save a 40-year-old woman from the deluge. During the operation, one firefighter was hospitalized for hypothermia.
The storm began on Wednesday afternoon, unleashing rainfall totals of up to 350 mm in certain locations. These downpours have led to significant flooding across Corsica and parts of southern France. The national weather agency, meteo-France, has issued warnings, highlighting the risks associated with the adverse weather conditions and urging residents to stay vigilant.
