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France Tornado Unleashes Fury: Homes Destroyed, Dozens Injured
25 Aug
Summary
- A powerful tornado struck France's Aude region, damaging over 300 homes.
- Forty-one individuals sustained injuries, with 15 requiring hospitalization.
- Gusts reached 117 km/h, causing widespread destruction in affected communes.
A powerful tornado swept through the Aude region of southern France on Monday, causing significant destruction and injuries. The weather event damaged more than 300 homes and left 41 people injured, with 15 requiring immediate hospitalization.
Social media captured the dramatic scene as the tornado swirled above the village of Verzeille. Strong winds, recorded at up to 117 km/h, smashed windows and caused extensive damage, most severely affecting the commune of Pomas.
The tornado struck as the region was under an orange alert. The local administration reported that 2,800 households lost electricity by Monday evening. Firefighters were dispatched to secure damaged buildings.
This tornado followed a period of intense heatwaves across France, which gave way to thunderstorms. The country has been experiencing its driest year on record, contributing to widespread wildfires throughout the summer.
