President Emmanuel Macron announced a state of natural disaster for about 250 municipalities in northern France due to severe flooding. The Pas-de-Calais and Nord departments faced heavy rains, river breaches, and rising water levels, prompting concerns of further inundation. Macron pledged a 50-million-euro support fund for affected towns. Storm Ciaran, record river levels, and recent heavy rains have battered the region. Meteo France issued an orange alert for Pas-de-Calais, and all seven rivers are on high alert. Schools in 279 municipalities remained closed, and thousands have been affected by flooding, leading to urgent appeals for aid.
Northern France Floods: President Macron Declares State of Natural Disaster in 250 Municipalities
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