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.