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First épisode cévenol hits drought-struck Languedoc with torrential rain
Original: After a very hot and dry summer in the Languedoc, we've just had our first épisode cévenol, a severe rain event near the
After a hot, dry summer in southern France's Languedoc, the first épisode cévenol of the season brought severe Mediterranean rainfall. Nearly 350 mm (13.7 inches) fell in 12 hours at Saint-Hippolyte-du-Fort in the Gard department, with peak intensity of 58 mm in an hour. The abrupt switch from drought to flooding highlights the volatile weather patterns affecting the region.
Why now: The stark contrast between months of drought and sudden extreme rainfall reflects growing concern over climate volatility in southern France.
LanguedocSaint-Hippolyte-du-FortGardMediterranean Sea
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- After a very hot and dry summer in the Languedoc, we've just had our first épisode cévenol, a severe rain event near the Mediterranean sea. Nearly 350 mm (13.7 inches) of rain fell in St Hippolyte du Fort, Gard, in 12 hours. The most intense rainfall rate was 58 mm (2.3 inches)… · SabrosiaVit@epicure.social · 3
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