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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Tornado damages 300 homes and injures 39 in Pomas, France

A tornado struck the village of Pomas on Monday, damaging 300 homes, destroying vehicles, and injuring 39 people. Emergency services have established temporary housing for displaced residents, and officials are coordinating school attendance for students in neighboring towns.

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Why It Matters

The event has displaced residents, caused significant property damage, and disrupted local infrastructure, including power outages for 1,400 households and the destruction of the local school.

Key Facts

  • 300 homes were damaged by the tornado.
  • 39 people were injured, with 20 hospitalized.
  • 1,400 households in the Aude department lost electricity.
  • The Pomas school was partially destroyed.
  • Wind gusts exceeded 100 kilometers per hour (60 miles per hour).
  • Students will attend classes in surrounding municipalities starting in September.
  • No residents were reported missing as of Tuesday.
  • Emergency accommodation centers were opened for displaced residents.

Who's Mentioned

locationPomas“Village affected by the tornado”organizationMeteo France“National weather agency”locationAude“Department where power outages occurred”otherVuelta a Espana“Bike race affected by weather”personAlain Bucquet“Head of the local government office”