Thunderstorms in France: The five most lightning-struck departments this summer

Summer 2026 saw intense thunderstorms across France.

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A study ranks the country as Europe's second most lightning-struck.

Drôme, Ardèche, Lozère, Gard, and Aveyron recorded the highest levels of electrical activity.

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