Title: Storm Domingos rages in France: power cuts and new damage
Introduction :
France is once again hit by a devastating storm. After Ciaran, a violent storm which claimed the lives of three people, it was Domingos’ turn to burst into French territory. The bad weather caused power outages and further damage, adding to the difficulties already present following the passage of the previous storm. In this article we will give you an overview of the consequences of Storm Domingos and the measures taken to deal with this situation.
Power outages and damage:
Domingos, although considered less severe than Ciaran, nevertheless caused strong winds with gusts reaching up to 152 km/h. These winds caused significant damage on the western coast of the country, particularly in Vendée, Charente-Maritime and Landes. Emergency services had to step up their interventions following falling trees and damage caused by bad weather.
Power cuts were also significant in Brittany and Normandy, where another 114,000 homes were without power following storm Ciaran. Domingos worsened the situation by depriving 46,200 additional homes of power in New Aquitaine.
Human losses :
Although storm Domingos caused fewer victims than Ciaran, eight people were still injured during its passage. Two firefighters were injured in Deux-Sèvres and Vienne, while in La Rochelle, one person was injured by a falling tree. Authorities also reported several cases of injuries caused by collisions with trees on the roadway.
Trains and transport disrupted:
Transport was severely disrupted by storm Domingos. Significant delays were recorded on two trains on the Paris-Orléans-Limoges-Toulouse (POLT) line, forcing passengers to spend the night at the station or on board the wagons. As a safety measure, regional train traffic has been suspended around La Rochelle and northwest of Bordeaux. Trams and buses in Bordeaux were also interrupted until 8 a.m.
Impact on the education system:
The start of the school year promises to be complicated in Brittany, where ten public high schools and nine public middle schools are damaged and will not be able to reopen. In addition, four private colleges and the Diwan school, which offers education in the Breton language, are also affected by the damage. Regional authorities must now take measures to ensure the continuity of education despite these constraints.
Conclusion :
Storm Domingos added new difficulties to a country already battered by bad weather. Power outages, property damage and transport disruptions have made the situation even more difficult. The authorities and emergency services are mobilized to deal with this new storm and restore the situation in the affected areas. It is essential to remain vigilant and follow safety instructions during storms to minimize risks and ensure everyone’s safety.