Cyclone Garance Triggers Red Alert and Confinement on La Réunion

The powerful storm is expected to pass within 50 km of the island, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and disruptions to daily life.

La Réunion has been placed under a red alert as Cyclone Garance approaches, with strict confinement measures enforced starting Thursday evening.
The cyclone, classified as a tropical intense storm, is projected to make its closest approach to the island early Friday morning, potentially causing significant impacts.
Residents are stocking up on essential supplies, while ports have ceased operations and all flights to and from the island have been suspended.
Local authorities have emphasized the importance of adhering to confinement rules as the storm's slow progression could prolong hazardous conditions through Friday afternoon.
Despite the severity of the storm, the prefecture has not escalated to the highest alert level, 'violet,' which would mandate a total halt to all activity, including emergency services.