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Orange Rain-Flood Warning Issued for Gard, France

October 20, 2026 · wweather1 editorial · 1 min read

Meteoalarm has issued a high-severity orange rain-flood warning for the Gard area in France. The alert begins on October 19, 2026, at 22:00 UTC and remains in effect until October 20, 2026, at 22:00 UTC.

Authorities have raised the alert level to orange for the region of Gard due to severe weather conditions involving heavy rainfall and potential flooding. Residents and visitors in the affected area are advised to stay informed as the weather system progresses through the region.

The warning period spans a full 24 hours, starting late Monday evening on October 19 and concluding late Tuesday evening on October 20. Meteorological services anticipate significant precipitation during this timeframe, which could impact local infrastructure and travel conditions.

Emergency services and local authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Further updates regarding weather developments and potential impacts will be provided as the event unfolds.

Why it is dangerous and what to do

⚠️ Safety
• Stay tuned to local weather forecasts and official updates.
• Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters.
• Secure outdoor objects that could be displaced by heavy rain or wind.
📰 Data source: MeteoAlarm. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.

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