This Thursday, the city of Marseille is facing a significant alert due to adverse weather conditions. In response to forecasts of strong gusts of wind, municipal authorities have decided to close all parks and gardens in the city starting at 4:30 PM. This preventive measure aims to ensure the safety of citizens in light of an unpredictable and potentially dangerous weather situation.
Preventive closure of green spaces
Starting at 4:30 PM, all parks and gardens of Marseille will be inaccessible to the public. Château Borély, the Fine Arts Museum, and the Natural History Museum are also included in this closure. This decision has been deemed necessary by municipal services to avoid any incidents related to the strong winds currently forecasted for the Phocean city.
Orange alert across the entire department
The Bouches-du-Rhône department is placed on orange alert for various severe weather conditions, including rain and flooding. This weather phenomenon is affecting a large part of France, with similar alerts in several departments. The gusts of wind and the expected water depths pose an increased risk to local populations.
Rescue interventions in Var
In the neighboring Var, firefighters have conducted numerous interventions in the canton of Fayence, which has already been affected by flooding. Local authorities remind that even a small accumulation of water, at a height of 30 cm, can be enough to sweep away a vehicle. Road closures have also been reported, so exercise caution if you find yourself in sensitive areas.
Upcoming forecasts for Marseille
Forecasts indicate that a second rainy spell is expected to hit Marseille in the evening. This system is anticipated to arrive starting at 6 PM, accompanied by significant water accumulations. Large amounts of rain (up to 100 mm, or even more in some areas) could exacerbate the situation with flooding and wind, making the closure of public spaces critically important at the earliest opportunity.