France: Flash floods in Gard on August 9

Event

Torrential rain caused flash flooding in the Gard department on Thursday, August 9. According to officials, 184 people were evacuated from several camping sites and a summer camp near the towns of Saint-Julien-de-Peyrolas and Saint-Ambroix. According to reports, the flooding left at least 10 people injured. Transportation disruptions are likely in the area in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals present in affected areas are advised to monitor local weather reports, avoid areas directly hit by flooding, prepare for associated transportation disruptions, and adhere to any orders issued by the local authorities. Remember that driving or walking through running water can be dangerous - 15 cm (6 in) of running water is enough to knock over an adult - and that floodwater may contain wastewater or chemical products; all items having come into contact with the water should be disinfected and all foodstuffs discarded.