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Deadly Tornado Strikes Val-d'Oise North of Paris

Meteorologists attribute the rare twister to an unusually unstable setup.

Overview

  • The storm cut a path through about ten northern suburbs, with Ermont especially affected.
  • Prosecutors said a 23-year-old construction worker was killed.
  • Reports indicate eight others were injured, including four in serious condition.
  • Damage included roofs torn off, uprooted trees, downed power lines, and several overturned construction cranes.
  • Meteorologists reported peak winds above 200 km/h as officials coordinated overnight road closures and emergency response.