Orange alert for violent storms in several French departments on July 16, 2026
The Rhône, Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin departments are placed under orange alert for violent storms with hail and strong winds.
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The fact
Lyon and its region are affected from 4 p.m., with gusts potentially reaching 120 km/h.
A violent storm in Saint-Étienne triggered a tornado and overturned two trucks on a motorway.
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Why it matters
Les intempéries ont causé des dégâts majeurs sur les réseaux électriques, affectant des milliers de foyers dans plusieurs régions françaises.