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Dordogne and Corrèze Brace for Flood Peaks as Rivers Continue to Rise

Orange flood alerts remain in place with significant overflows forecast overnight; emergency services report evacuations but no casualties.

Overview

  • Météo-France has maintained orange flood vigilance for Dordogne and Corrèze, with peak water levels expected around midnight Monday.
  • The Vézère, Loyre, and Auvézère rivers have experienced rapid rises, with the Vézère surging from 1 meter to 4.75 meters in under 17 hours.
  • Flooding has been reported in Montignac and surrounding areas, leading to evacuations of six residents and 18 Austrian tourists.
  • Emergency services have conducted 28 interventions, including vehicle evacuations, while confirming no casualties so far.
  • Authorities continue to monitor the situation as persistent rainfall increases the risk of additional damaging overflows.