In brief
A destructive tornado ripped through southern France, leaving more than 40 injuries and causing widespread damage. Eyewitness footage from Verzeille shows the storm forming under a thunderstorm, with winds exceeding 100 km/h collapsing roofs in the town of Pomas. Local authorities report about 2,800 households still without electricity, and several roads remain blocked. Emergency crews are working to restore power and clear debris, while authorities urge residents to stay alert for further weather events.
A powerful tornado swept across villages in southern France, injuring more than 40 people and flattening roofs in the town of Pomas.
An eyewitness from Verzeille captured the tornado forming beneath a thunderstorm. Wind speeds over 100 km/h (about 62 mph) tore the roofs off homes, leaving residents stunned and terrified.
Local authorities say roughly 2,800 households are still without electricity, and several roads are blocked as cleanup crews work to restore power and clear wreckage.
The storm is a reminder of the unpredictable power of weather and the importance of emergency preparedness. Stay tuned for updates on the recovery efforts and safety tips.
