Massive floods in France: 900 people in danger!

Massive floods in France: 900 people in danger!

in Lyon and other parts of France, the population is currently faced with massive rains and the resulting floods. These extreme weather conditions led to evacuations, blocked streets and railway lines and required a rapid use of emergency services. Météo France has proclaimed the highest warning level red for six departments in the southern half of the country, while 34 other departments are on alert and were placed on the warning level orange.

In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, around 900 people had to leave their residence because the floods rose quickly. TV reports show devastating pictures of flooded motorways, where cars are partially or even under water, as well as from supermarkets under water. Hundreds of firefighters are on duty to support affected areas and help people who are trapped in difficult situations.

crisis situation and state reaction

The Minister for Ecological Change, Agnès Pannier-Runacher, described the situation as unprecedented. "We are dealing with a situation that is not yet there," she explained. In some affected areas, precipitation of over 60 centimeters have to be measured within just 48 hours, which is described as "absolutely massive". The minister emphasizes that such extreme weather events are connected to the effects of climate change and that society has to adapt to more frequent and more intensive weather events.

The authorities advantageously advise against stays in flooded areas, be it on foot or by car. Fortunately, there have been no serious injuries, but the situation is tense. Further developments and lack of help could quickly tighten the situation, which is why those responsible have mobilized all resources. A crisis team was set up in the ministry in order to be able to react better to the challenges.

The current events in France reminds how important preparing for natural disasters and mindfulness towards the changes in our climate are. The responsible services are now required to act as preventive and efficiently as possible, and to ensure that the population remains informed and protected as possible.