Orange alert for storms and rain in Hérault

Météo France warns of potentially flooding storms and rain in the department starting this Monday afternoon.

Generic image of storms and heavy rain over a Mediterranean coastal town.
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Generic image of storms and heavy rain over a Mediterranean coastal town.

The department of Hérault was placed on orange alert by Météo France this Monday, October 19th at 2 PM, due to storms and the risk of flooding rains.

The rainfall accumulations expected on Monday could reach between 40 to 80 mm, with local peaks of 100 to 150 mm, affecting the coast, plains, and hills.
The intensity of the storms is expected to increase during the evening and especially the following night, from Monday to Tuesday. Stationary phenomena and locally significant accumulations are also anticipated. Swirling phenomena are not excluded, particularly in coastal areas and plains.
Authorities urge caution during travel and remind the public never to cross an inundated road, even partially.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone (19/10/2026)