While gusts of up to 90km/h blew across the Var on the morning of Friday December 20, the authorities are calling for vigilance. Update on the damage observed.
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Météo France has announced a yellow alert for strong winds until 2 p.m. this Friday, December 20, 2024 in the Var and the Alpes-Maritimes. Firefighters have responded to 20 incidents in the Var since last night. A 21-year-old young woman was slightly injured in Toulon.
Fires brush, falling trees, electrical incidents and roof damage occurred. LInterventions include damaged power lines, a collapsed chimney and a risk of being uprooted at the Grand Var Est shopping center.
YELLOW warning for wind in the #Var maintained this Friday, December 20 until early afternoon ▶️ Gusts of up to 90 km/h are still expected locally. ⚠️ Secure objects sensitive to wind, in particular marquees and barnacles ⚠️ Be careful when traveling Weather forecasts
As the mistral blows violently in Toulon this morning, the military authorities have decided to close the small harbor and the commercial port, announce our colleagues from Var Matin. This decision notably prevents the Mega Victoria ferry from docking, forcing it to wait.
Falling materials and trees represent a danger for passers-by. Firefighters are calling for caution: limit your movements, secure outdoor objects and stay sheltered.
