Update 2026-02-23 (2): Météo-France has issued extreme flooding warnings for Maine-et-Loire, Loire-Atlantique and Charente-Maritime, with alerts in effect from Tuesday (24 February) to Wednesday (25 February). Authorities warn that very large floods are possible, even in areas rarely prone to flooding, with potential power outages, major transport disruptions and risks of dike breaches.
Update 2026-02-23 (1): An extreme flooding warning has been issued for the departments of Charente-Maritime, Loire-Atlantique and Maine-et-Loire in western France from Monday (23 February) to Tuesday (24 February), with authorities warning that very large floods are possible, including in areas rarely prone to flooding, and advising residents to remain at home, avoid travel, stay away from rivers and low-lying areas, and evacuate only if ordered, as significant transport disruptions, power outages and potential dyke failures may occur, according to Météo-France.