600 People Stranded in Holiday Park After Flooding in Southern France

Torrential Rains Cause Widespread Flooding, Leaving Hundreds Trapped

Around 600 people found themselves stranded at a holiday park in southern France on Monday after heavy rains caused severe flooding in the area.

The flooding was caused by torrential rains that began on Sunday evening and continued throughout the night. The rains caused rivers to overflow and streams to burst their banks, leading to widespread flooding across the region.

Emergency Services Evacuate Hundreds of People

Emergency services were called to the scene of the flooding and began evacuating people from the holiday park. Around 300 people were evacuated on Monday night, with the remaining 300 evacuated on Tuesday morning.

The evacuees were taken to a nearby community center, where they were provided with food and shelter. The Red Cross has also set up a temporary shelter at the community center to provide assistance to those affected by the flooding.

Damage Assessment and Recovery Efforts Begin

Once the flooding receded, damage assessment teams began to assess the damage caused by the flooding. The full extent of the damage is not yet known, but it is expected to be significant.

Recovery efforts have also begun, with emergency services working to clear debris and restore essential services to the affected areas. The French government has also dispatched a team of experts to the region to help with the recovery efforts.

Advice for Residents and Visitors

Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to stay away from flooded areas and to follow the advice of local authorities.

Anyone who has been affected by the flooding can contact the Red Cross for assistance. The Red Cross has set up a hotline for people to call for information and assistance.