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Severe Storm 'Nils' Sweeps Through Southern France, Leaving One Dead

Published February 12, 2026, 09:23
Severe Storm 'Nils' Sweeps Through Southern France, Leaving One Dead

The storm 'Nils' is sweeping through Southern France, causing significant problems. Wind gusts exceed 160 km/h, resulting in power outages in 850,000 homes and trees falling on roads. A truck driver lost his life when a tree branch fell on his vehicle. Four departments have been placed on red alert, and several ski resorts have closed due to the high risk of avalanches. Authorities are warning of potential flooding on the Garonne River. The situation is unprecedented, with experts pointing out that the intensity of the phenomenon is rare.