Orages Météo: Aveyron Faces Dramatic Weather Events
Orages Météo: Aveyron's Night of Thunder
Orages météo made headlines in Aveyron as the region faced dramatic thunderstorms. On the night of August 24, over 1,750 lightning strikes illuminated the skies, with a peak of 719 strikes recorded between 5 PM and 6 PM according to Keraunos, a specialized observatory. The town of Causse-et-Diège reported the most activity with 123 strikes, while other towns like Saint-André-de-Najac and La Fouillade followed with 80 and 63 strikes respectively.
Rainfall and Flooding Reports
The western part of the department also faced heavy rainfall, accumulating significant totals such as 62 mm in Capdenac-Gare, the highest in the region. Anglars Saint-Félix and Pradinas reported 53 mm and 41 mm respectively. The weather is expected to clear up, allowing sunshine to return by Sunday afternoon.
Impact of Orages Météo in Surrounding Areas
The nearby Tarn region also experienced intense thunderstorms, highlighting the widespread effects of orages météo across the area. As the storms dissipate, the residents of Aveyron can expect calmer weather.
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