Gard on orange alert for rain and flooding this Thursday, November 5

Météo-France warns of intensifying storms and rainfall in the department, with accumulations potentially reaching 100 mm.

Generic image of heavy rain and flooding in the Gard region, with water rising on a road.
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Generic image of heavy rain and flooding in the Gard region, with water rising on a road.

The Gard department has been placed on orange alert for rain and flooding by Météo-France this Thursday, November 5, at 10:00 AM, due to an intensifying rain and storm phenomenon.

A rain and storm phenomenon, already present in the Gard department since yesterday, will intensify today and affect the entire territory, with a more significant intensity in Petite Camargue and the lower Vidourle valley. Rainfall accumulations could reach 100 mm overnight, with an hourly intensity of around 10 mm/hour.
The Vistre river is also under a yellow flood watch. Météo-France services urge the public to exercise extreme caution.
Public safety instructions include limiting travel, not crossing submersible bridges and closed or flooded roads, and staying away from watercourses. It is recommended to stay informed about the evolving situation via Ici Gard Lozère, the Gard prefecture's social media, and specialized websites such as www.gard.gouv.fr, www.meteofrance.fr, www.vigicrues.fr, and [www.inforoute30.fr).
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Manduel (05/11/2026)