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Severe Storms Cause Fatalities and Destruction Across France, Switzerland, and Italy

At least seven people dead, numerous evacuations, and significant infrastructure damage reported in affected regions.

  • Three elderly individuals in France's Aube region died when a tree fell on their car during fierce winds.
  • Switzerland experienced flash floods and landslides, resulting in four deaths and one person missing.
  • The Rhone River overflowed, causing major flooding and evacuations in Valais canton.
  • Northern Italy faced severe flooding and landslides, isolating several villages and prompting numerous rescue operations.
  • Scientists attribute the increasing frequency and severity of such extreme weather events to climate change.
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