Southern France Braces for Intense Rain, Up to 250mm Forecast

Meteorologists have forecast intense rain in the south of France this week, with up to 250mm expected to fall in some areas. Rain is expected to begin overnight (November 3rd) and increase in intensity on Wednesday, November 4th, spreading across Hérault, Gard, Aude, and potentially Bouches-du-Rhône departments. The rain is expected to fall continuously until Thursday evening, intensified by potential stormy conditions and strong winds in the Gulf of Lion from Wednesday. This 'épisode méditerranéen' could lead to flooding.