Pas-de-Calais flood alert raised

The Pas-de-Calais region in northern France was placed on an orange flood alert in the evening as the weather disturbance Boelo approached, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. This alert indicates a high risk of flooding and requires residents to be prepared for potential impacts.

Storm Austen's aftermath

Météo-France announced that after the passage of the storm Austen on Friday, October 24, the region would switch to an orange flood warning in the evening on Saturday. This follows a period of heavy rainfall and strong winds caused by the earlier storm.

New weather disturbance approaching

A new disturbance, named Boelo, is affecting the British Isles and northern Europe this weekend. According to Météo-France, after a temporary calm on Saturday morning, new precipitation will affect the western part of the Pas-de-Calais in the afternoon until the end of Saturday night.

Rainfall and wind expectations

The expected rainfall accumulations for the day are between 30 to 50 millimeters, with the strongest precipitation occurring in the middle of the night due to the passage of an active rain front, accompanied by a temporary strengthening of the wind. This could lead to localized flooding and travel disruptions.

Broader weather impact

In addition to the Pas-de-Calais, all neighboring departments in northern France are also subject to a yellow alert. This indicates a moderate risk of weather-related issues, though less severe than the orange alert.

Storm Austen's tragic impact

On Friday, October 23, a man was found dead during the passage of the storm Austen in Helleville, in the Manche department, which is also affected by a yellow alert. During its passage, the storm hit the north and west of France, with gusts reaching 120 to 140 km/h, causing widespread damage and disruption.