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Flood in Uzès: The Aftermath

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The Flood Aftermath

A flood in Uzès, which struck the south of France, damaged many towns and villages and caused significant damage to fragile buildings and roadways. In the center of historic Uzès, the biggest problem was water that leaked through walls, windows, and roofs. Villages below Uzès are also suffering from flood damage.

The flood event around Uzès was recorded with some amazing photography. Several photos were given to me by friends who asked me to share them with you.

South of France flood Storm clouds 10-09-2014

 

 South of France flood
Flood waters outside Uzes

 

South of France Flood

Around 60 towns in southern France were officially declared natural disaster sites. About 60 municipalities were included in the natural disaster area.

South of France FloodRoads either collapsed or were lifted from the heavy flood waters.

 

South of France flood
Road outside Uzes 10-11-2014

 

Cars and trucks slid off the roads with torrential downpour Cars and trucks slid off the roads with torrential downpours.

 

 Do you remember the poultry farm outside Uzes? The one where Geoffrey and I picked up our Thanksgiving turkey last year? 

Here it is, then…

Here it is now … 

Poultry farm outside Uzes after the flood
Poultry farm outside Uzes after the flood

 

The birds “flew the coop.” Literally. 

South of France flood The day after the storm was cloudy and misty

 

The night after the flood skie were still ominous The night after the flood, the skies were still ominous.

 

Then the bad weather skies gave us a beautiful sunset Then, the bad weather skies gave us a beautiful sunset.

 

Last night's sunset from my terrace Last night’s sunset from my terrace

All is well.

Wine time at the Duchey Wine time. Sea shells from South Carolina remind me of storms from the past.

 

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