Météo-France Places Multiple Departments Under Orange Vigilance for Severe Thunderstorms

Météo-France placed several departments in France, including Île-de-France and Haut-Rhin, under orange vigilance for severe thunderstorms on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The alerts warn of locally violent phenomena, including wind gusts often between 80 and 100 km/h (potentially exceeding 110 km/h), possible tornadic phenomena, intense precipitation of 15-30 mm (or even 40 mm) in less than an hour, hail 2-5 cm in diameter, and intense electrical activity. Residents are advised to take precautions and limit outdoor activities.