30 Apr 2018 | 08:27 AM UTC
France: Flood alerts issued in the north April 30
Alerts in effect on April 30 in six northern departments due to risk of flooding
Event
The French meteorological authorities, Météo France, have issued orange flood alerts (the second-highest on a four-point scale) for six departments of northern France for Monday, April 30. The alerts are in effect in the following departments: Calvados, Eure, Nord, Pas-de-Calais, Seine-Maritime, and Somme. Strong winds are also forecast for the region. Related travel disruptions are possible.
Advice
Individuals in affected areas are advised to keep abreast of weather alerts and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities
