Parts of south-west France remain under an 'orange' weather alert after severe rains and flooding over the Easter weekend. Five departments, including Charente-Maritime and Dordogne, are affected. Rivers such as the Dronne, Isle, and Vézère have reached critical levels, with Vigicrues reporting that flood peaks have been reached on many upstream rivers. However, water levels are rising in lower areas, indicating potential for continued flooding. Record rainfall was recorded in Bordeaux, leading to the evacuation of eight campsites in the Dordogne.
As of Tuesday, the primary rivers concerned by flooding were the Dronne, Isle and Vézère, which have seen significant water level increases due to recent storms.
Record rainfall of 42.7 mm in Bordeaux in just 24 hours on Saturday has exacerbated the flooding conditions, prompting evacuations in several areas.
Vigicrues indicated that while flood peaks have been reached on many upstream rivers, the lower Isle is seeing a rise in water levels and could experience further flooding.
Eight campsites in the Dordogne département were evacuated due to the sudden and severe flooding triggered by storms over the Easter weekend.
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