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France's 40-Day Rain Streak Ends, Flood Warnings Persist

2/25/2026

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France's record rainfall streak ended on February 22, 2026, after 40 days of rain, beating the 2023 record of 32 days, per Météo-France.
The heavy rainfall caused significant flooding in southwestern France, with two departments still under red alert.
The Ministry for Ecological Transition reported 58 waterways under alert as water levels recede.
Authorities cautioned the public to remain vigilant because more rain is forecast later this week.

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France's record rainfall streak ended on February 22, 2026, after 40 days of rain, beating the 2023 record of 32 days, per Météo-France.
The heavy rainfall caused significant flooding in southwestern France, with two departments still under red alert.
The Ministry for Ecological Transition reported 58 waterways under alert as water levels recede.
Authorities cautioned the public to remain vigilant because more rain is forecast later this week.