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Panga the Cow Becomes Symbol of Devastating French Floods

The viral video of Panga struggling in the Lignon River highlights the severe flooding in France's Centre-East and South-East regions.

  • Panga, a cow from Haute-Loire, was found dead after being swept away by the Lignon River during historic floods.
  • The video of Panga struggling in the river went viral, making her a symbol of the devastation caused by the floods.
  • The floods affected regions including Rhône, Loire, Haute-Loire, Ardèche, Lozère, and Alpes-Maritimes, leading to 2,300 rescue operations.
  • Over a thousand people were evacuated, with some requiring helicopter assistance due to the extreme conditions.
  • Panga was part of a herd of five cows caught in the floodwaters, with four managing to escape to safety.
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