Flooding

Valencia's floods are a wake-up call for France

Nick Inman was in the Spanish city when the devastation unfolded. Here, he reflects on the lessons learnt

Floods, fires, and drought: ‘Shock’ France climate change report

The report warns that coastal cities could disappear and major cities could be uninhabitable in summer

300 French communes declared disaster zones for floods and drought

The declaration means catastrophe naturelle insurance funds can be unlocked

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French campsite offers flood victims free holiday

A campsite in southern France gifts 28 flood-affected families a chance to enjoy a sun-filled break

IMAGES: Homes evacuated and roads cut off as storms hit southern France

More than 100 mm of rain fell in just five hours, causing severe mudslides and flooding

Europe unlocks €11 million in aid for flood victims in northern France

The funding is only around 25% of the total expected, but the European Commission has yet to confirm the final package

PHOTOS: Rivers flood French towns and giant hailstones over weekend

Hundreds of homes had to be evacuated in the west. We include videos of the flooding

River flood alerts in south-west and east France then 30C highs on way

Tier-four red alerts are in place in some areas and heavy rain is expected in Brittany

Body of girl, 4, found after storms in south of France

The body of a man found on Monday was confirmed to be her father

Storm death toll rises in France as hunters find body of man in south

Rescuers believe it is the body of missing hydro plant worker. It brings the number of fatal casualties from weekend weather to seven

Father and children missing, 6 dead: Heavy toll of storms in France

A power plant worker is also missing. Weather warnings remain in place

Weekend snow, flood, and heavy rain warnings in south-east France

Two weeks of rainfall predicted in a few days in some areas

House hunters in France ignore flood risks for better location

Recently flooded properties are still selling say estate agents - how to check if an address is at risk

SEE: Metre of snow in Pyrénées and floods hit south-east France

A roadside assistance worker was killed after being struck by a car and visitors to a ski resort were unable to leave due to snow blocking the access road

Alerts for heavy rain: forecasts worsen across France

An ‘atmospheric river’ from the Caribbean is set to bring wet and windy weather

Weather alerts: Half of France on alert for high winds

Several departments are also at risk of flooding or avalanches

PHOTOS: Floods hit west France, hundreds of homes evacuated

Charente river rises six metres above usual levels. Many departments remain on alert for river flooding

Solar panels, ‘ugly’ tractors, 2024 forecast: French property updates

Our recap of property stories you may have missed

Why a commune in France is spending millions demolishing villas

Land will be returned to ‘natural state’ to prevent future flooding

Heightened flood warnings maintained in south-west France

Two-thirds of departments across country on alert after several days of rainfall

PHOTOS: Floods across south-west France as rivers burst banks

Departments including Dordogne have seen rivers increase by more than five metres above usual levels

Will the mild spell come back in France for Christmas?

Temperatures are currently up to 10C above average although flood and rain warnings continue across the country

Floods and storms: much of France facing weather alerts

West and south-west particularly affected with heightened warnings. Warm weather, however, is set to continue

France weather outlook: mini cold-snap for north, ice and flood alerts

A third of departments face warnings for back ice on roads

Many areas remain on high alert for flooding in north and west France

Record levels of rainfall have been registered across the country over the past 30 days

Polar wind set to bring below average cold snap to France next week

One department still remains on heightened alert for flooding

Storm Frederico arrives in France, winds of over 120km/h expected

Areas in the north are on alert for heavy rain and gales are expected across most of the west and south. Some departments continue to face flood warnings

Hospital evacuated: Haute-Savoie on red alert for river flooding

Motorway closed and several rivers overflow across country. Flooded North remains on alert with more rain predicted

Heightened weather alerts as France records record rain

President Macron visits flood-stricken north as poor weather continues

Over 240 communes in north France placed on natural disaster list

It follows widespread damage from river flooding and heavy rainfall

Thousands of homes without water as flood alerts continue in France

More rain is forecast in the north with storms at risk of bringing intense downpours

Residents advised to prepare flood ‘survival kits’ in north France

Red alerts remain over river flooding while western France faces warnings for high winds

Rivers burst banks, roads flooded: north and west France on alert

There are also fears of further rainfall in the north

Red alert for flooding as rivers burst banks in north France

Residents are being asked to stay home and to not drive as rain continues

Most of western France facing alert for storms

Warnings for storms, flooding, rain, and high winds have all been raised. Some continue into the weekend

Motorway closed, flood warnings: new weather alerts in place in France

River flood warnings also in place in some departments

France braces for more storms with five areas facing flood alerts

Most of the country is under alert

SEE: Damage in south-east after storms lash coastal areas and inland

Rivers burst banks as rains fall faster than storm Alex in 2020 when 11 people died

SEE: dramatic scenes of rising river water after heavy rain in France

Flash floods have particularly affected the Cévennes foothills

Heightened alerts for heavy rain and floods in southern France

Intense storms are set to hit from tonight, lasting several days, and may spread to other areas

Flash floods forecast as intense rain to hit south of France

The weather phenomena is known as an épisode cévenol or méditerranéen and happens around four times a year

French doctors' strike, speed limits: 5 articles you may have missed

We also look at how to avoid second-hand car scams, a gas bill deadline and tips to keep yourself safe in heavy rain when at home or in your car

Weather alerts are raised a level as storms multiply across France

Four departments now face heightened warnings, with most of France on alert for a combination of storms, winds and heavy rainfall throughout the day

Flood and rain alerts issued for parts of southern France

Two departments facing tier-three orange warnings, most of country facing some form of alert

ALERT: Violent storms to hit France tonight, tornado seen in Normandy

The bad weather will move north-eastward from Aquitaine to Normandy before heading east on Monday. Residents are advised to be on high alert.

ALERT: Storm and flood warnings for three departments in France

Up to 60 mm of rain is forecast per hour for parts of Ardèche, Drôme and Isère

Photos: giant hail, floods, a tornado in Normandy as storms hit France

Dramatic scenes have been shared from the downpours where up to 20 cm fell in a day

What to do (and not do) during heavy rain and flood alerts in France

The French government has instructions to help people stay safe

Flood and heavy rain alerts for parts of south of France on Saturday

Two departments will be placed on tier-three orange warning overnight for heavy rain and floods

Watch: High winds and hail batter France as a heatwave hits Corsica

Winds of more than 130 km/h were recorded. One person is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a falling tree

Wildfires in northern half of France… as storms and floods hit south

More than 200 firefighters continue to tackle a blaze in Vosges, as the clear-up after floods begins in parts of southern France

Watch: Floods hit Paris and Toulouse as fresh storms sweep in

Metro stations were closed and streets flooded as heavy rain hit on Sunday. More downpours are expected on Monday

Quirky property: Family turn laboratory into cut-price home near Paris

Change of use needed and a flood risk - how a 1980s lab offered a cheaper way to set up home in the French capital’s suburbs

MAP: Warning of insurance issues as flood-risk zones in France expand

At-risk properties may be cheap to buy but difficult to insure - we look at advice from insurance brokers

Natural hazards, Airbnb in court, right of way: French property update

We also look at a TV chateau for sale for €821,500, and recourse for malfunctioning wired internet in new houses

Flooding and strong wind alerts for north and northwestern France

Weather warnings have been issued by Météo France and will last until later tonight

Flood warning for parts of Brittany as heavy rain forecast overnight

The rain comes as temperatures rise from the ‘peak cold’ of -15C felt last night

Corsica death toll rises to five after shock storms

The island was hit with winds of over 200km/h this morning. A fisherman and a kayakist are the latest victims

Hail, floods, 224km/h winds: Five die as storms batter France

The equivalent of six months of rain fell over Marseille and grey hail covered Saint-Étienne. Violent gales hit Corsica today

France storms: What to do (and what not to do) to stay safe

Should you shelter under a tree in a lightning storm or open the car windows if caught in a flood? We look at expert advice on what to do during major storms

Orange weather alerts remain as storms cause flooding in France

Some areas could see 100-130mm of rainfall, along with hail and high winds. This comes after storms caused considerable damage in Paris and other areas yesterday

South of France prepares for violent storms

The worst affected areas could see winds of up to 100km/h and rainfall could reach 120mm per hour

June flooding and mudslides recognised as natural disasters in France

An estimated 267,000 properties - many of which are in Dordogne - were damaged by storms beginning on June 18

We must prepare homes now for flash floods, says French fire chief

Intense hot weather often leads to storms and heavy rainfall, which causes floods when landing on dry, hard ground

Floods, terrorist attacks: New mobile alert system in France

The FR-Alert system, which does not need an app to work, is set to be deployed from the end of June

Recap: 14 new rules and health changes in France

Flood warning app, psychologists visits and cheaper fuel - here are some French regulation changes that could affect you and your property

Roads blocked and homes evacuated as heavy rain hits southern France

The department of Hérault is still under a weather warning for floods after receiving 426mm of rainfall over the weekend

Floods, heatwaves: New report predicts global warming effect on France

'The extent and magnitude of climate change impacts are greater than estimated in previous reports'

South-west France floods: one death, power cuts, transport disruption

The Garonne river burst its banks in the heavy rain with its level doubling in some places

Seven departments of south-west France still on orange weather alert

The area around the Pyrenees is still experiencing high river levels and flooding following heavy rainfall

Schools and roads closed as flash floods hit south-west France

Several areas placed on red alert meaning people should not go out unless essential

Red alert for rain and floods in south-west France: stay home if can

People in five departments are encouraged not to travel. Areas of northern France are on orange alert

Heavy rain and flood alerts for the next 24 hours in eastern France

Up to 80mm of rain is expected in some areas

Storms, UK tension, fake passes: Your Monday French news catch-up

Weekend roundup: A nurse under investigation for creating a fake vaccination certificate, floods devastate parts of southwestern France and UK issues more French fishing licences...

Pyrénées-Atlantiques and Landes still on orange alert for floods

Parts of southwestern France have been under weather warnings since Thursday (December 9), as sustained heavy rain causes considerable damage in the region