Météo-France Issues Yellow Vigilance for Thunderstorms and Rain in 8 Departments

Météo-France has placed eight departments under yellow vigilance for risks of thunderstorms and locally intense rain on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The affected departments include Var, Côtes-d'Armor (for both rain-flood and thunderstorms), Calvados, Seine-Maritime, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Alpes-Maritimes, Haute-Corse, and Manche (for thunderstorms). No higher-level orange or red vigilance alerts are currently in effect, but residents are advised to remain attentive, especially during travel or outdoor activities.