France Storms: 2 Dead, 17 Injured, Parliament Leaks After Heatwave

Storms Batter France

• ⚡ Torrential storms, with winds up to 90 km/h and heavy rain, have struck France following a severe heatwave.
• ⚠️ The storms caused significant damage, including toppled trees, flooded streets in Paris, and widespread power outages.

Casualties and Damage

• 💔 Tragically, two people have been killed and 17 others injured due to the severe weather.
• 🏠 Material damage is extensive, with reports of damaged houses, cars, and fences, described by some as feeling like a cyclone.

Impact on Parliament

• 🏛️ The French parliament experienced a leak in its roof, forcing a temporary suspension of activity while the prime minister was speaking.

National Weather Warnings

• 🚨 The prime minister urged extreme caution as 57 departments were under weather warnings for intense stormy episodes.
• 📈 This follows a period of intense heat, with temperatures exceeding 35°C, and forecasts predicting further heatwaves with highs of 37°C.