Storm Pedro has raised serious concerns about potential flooding in Bordeaux, with the Garonne river reaching alarming levels. An urgent situation has developed as an individual has gone missing after their boat capsized on the Loire River. The French weather service has placed four departments—Gironde, Lot-et-Garonne, Maine-et-Loire, and Charente-Maritime—under a red flood alert, indicating a high risk of extreme flooding as rainfall coupled with strong tides from the approaching storm poses significant hazards.

As Storm Pedro encompasses the region, forecasts indicate that conditions are expected to worsen, with heavy rains and winds reaching up to 140 km/h. Météo-France has issued additional orange alerts for 20 other departments along the Atlantic coast and into the Mediterranean and Alpine regions, highlighting a broader risk of severe weather impacts, including heavy winds and tidal surges.

The situation remains critical as local authorities and emergency services prepare for potential evacuations and increased monitoring of river conditions. The impacts of this storm could have long-lasting effects on communities along the Garonne and surrounding areas, making timely preparation and response essential for minimizing damage and ensuring public safety.