Early Thursday morning, Bordeaux experienced significant flooding as the Garonne River overflowed its banks, a direct consequence of Storm Pedro. The river reached a peak level of 5.04 meters NGF (approximately 16 centimeters below forecasts) at 7:20 a.m., amidst heavy rain and winds reaching up to 80 km/h. The flooding disrupted local activities, particularly construction work on the quays, where workers were taken by surprise by the rising waters but reported minimal damage.

The overflow of the Garonne led to a citywide awakening with many residents capturing the unusual event on their phones as they moved along the flooded streets and bridges. Workers reported that the unexpected surges of water presented a unique challenge, but luckily, no serious harm occurred to the construction site operations. The scenes witnessed along the river highlighted the raw power of nature and served as a reminder of the potential impact of severe weather events on urban environments.

With the aftermath of Storm Pedro still being assessed, the city of Bordeaux will likely take steps to mitigate future flooding risks. This incident underlines the importance of infrastructure preparedness in the face of changing climatic conditions, where strong storms and floods may become increasingly frequent. Observers will be closely monitoring the weather patterns in the region moving forward as local authorities evaluate their response strategies and evacuation plans in anticipation of future severe weather.